This collection consists of nearly 600 views of plants commonly found in Western Washington. The views are not diagnostic in that one would rarely be able to determine technical features such as the numbers of stamens. However, most provide "aspect" level identification such that in most cases, a person with a little training could identify the plant illustrated to species. Considerable ecological information is also provided. One can search for species within a plant family, species with the same wetland indicator value, species found in particular locations, or species not native to the state. This collection was designed as an aid to student learning and helps to augment laboratory and field trips in Botany 455 at the University of Washington. ... [Information of the supplier]
Washington State contains a diverse array of landscapes, from lush coastal rainforests to dry sagebrush plains, high alpine meadows and much more in between. Across these landscapes an equally diverse array of plants can be found; by our estimate Washington contains within its borders nearly 3,200 species of vascular plants divided among some 860 genera and 146 families. WTU's Plants of Washington Image Collection presents 5713 photographs for 1184 of those species. Development began in March 2004 with financial support provided in part by the Washington Native Plant Society, and we hope to continue expanding our image collection to include photographs of as much of Washington's flora as possible. ... [Information of the supplier]