Plant Systematics

BIO-1170 (3.00 credits)

A study of the identification and classification of gymnosperms and angiosperms including trees, shrubs, grasses, grass-likes, aquatics, and forbs. Emphasis is on phenotypic taxonomic characteristics while following a phylogenetic classification system and related nomenclature. Habitat and plant ecological relationships are also examined. Not available for supplemental.

Instruction (3.0), Lab (2.0)

Requisite courses: Take BIO-1167 (Required, Previous). Take BIO-1170L (Required, Concurrent).