Course: SLF 160 Plant Propagation

Reading & Audio Visual

Readings: Plant Structures
Readings: Plant Structures

These readings will introduce you to the basics of plant structures and functions to help set the stage for a greater understanding of the biological processes involved in plant propagation. Read the articles by clicking on the following the links.

Botany Basics, read pages 1-14
by Ann Marie VanDerZanden, Oregon State University, adapted by Jay Moore, University of Alaska Fairbanks

Many plants are familiar to us, and we can identify and appreciate them based on their external structures. However, their internal structures and functions often are overlooked. Understanding how plants grow and develop helps us capitalize on their usefulness and make them part of our everyday lives.

Plant Identification Basics, read pages 1-8
by Jane Mangold, Montana State University Extension

Plant identification can be challenging. Being able to identify a plant is important and this publication covers basic questions to ask about a plant that will assist with speedy and accurate identification.