Part of a series of articles titled Natural History in the National Capital Area.
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National Capital Area Natural History - Plants
Herbaria are repositories for vascular plants, bryophytes, lichens, and fungi. Plant specimens include a wide variety of native and non-native species. Specimens are used as references for comparisons and identifications, documenting species distribution and variation within species, and identifying fruiting and flowering times.
Last updated: May 23, 2023