Dr. Richard Spellenberg, professor emeritus from NMSU takes a new approach for the serious amateur to learn the diverse genera and species of plants in the Asteraceae family (the “composites”)- learn to recognize them by “tribes,” the major groups of related species. The talk will give an introduction to understanding the structure of the composite flower heads in this family and the important features distinguishing its tribes. Photos and diagrams will illustrate the differences and the unique characteristics among them. Enhance your knowledge and enjoyment of our many New Mexico sunflowers, asters, daisies, marigolds, cosmos, chamisa, rag weeds, sage brush and and more.
This free, public meeting will be at the NM Museum of Natural History and Science. Because of roadwork underway, please read the note about access to the museum on our main chapter page.
Dr. Richard Spellenberg, professor emeritus from NMSU takes a new approach for the serious amateur to learn the diverse genera and species of plants in the Asteraceae family (the “composites”)- learn to recognize them by “tribes,” the major groups of related species. The talk will give an introduction to understanding the structure of the composite flower heads in this family and the important features distinguishing its tribes. Photos and […]
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