ENVI 220(S) Field Botany and Plant Natural History (Same as Biology 220)
This course satisfies "The Natural World" requirement for the Environmental Studies concentration.

BIOL 220(S) Field Botany and Plant Natural History (Same as Environmental Studies 220)
This field-lecture course covers the evolutionary and ecological relationships among plant groups represented in our local and regional flora. Lectures focus on the evolution of the land plants, the most recent and revolutionary developments in plant systemics and phylogeny, the sudden appearance and explosive speciation of the flowering plants, and characteristics of our native plant families and species. The labs cover field identification, natural history, and ecology of local species.
No prerequisites. Enrollment limit: 40 (expected: 25). Preference given to seniors, Biology majors, and Environmental Studies concentrators.
Satisfies distribution requirement in major.
Hour: J. EDWARDS