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Draft Plant Propagation Protocol
Plant Propagation Protocol for Penstemon davidsonii ESRM 412 – Native Plant Production Protocol URL: https://courses.washington.edu/esrm412/protocols/PEDA2.pdf Source: (Douglas et al., 1999)4 TAXONOMY Plant Family Scientific Name Scrophulariaceae18 [Newly listed in Plantaginaceae]2, 3 Common Name Figwort Family18 [Plantain Family] 2, 3 Species Scientific Name Scientific Name Penstemon davidsonii Greene18 Varieties Penstemon davidsonii Greene var. davidsonii Penstemon davidsonii Greene var. menziesii (D.D. Keck) Cronquist Penstemon davidsonii Greene var. praeteritus Cronquist18 Sub-species None18 Cultivar ‘Albus’ compact form of var. menziesii, white flowers ‘Broken Top’ 4”x18”, spreading, layering, purple flowers ‘Microphyllus’ form of var. menziesii with small round leaves and violet-blue flowers ‘Minnie’ floriferous form of var. menziesii, blue flowers ‘Parma’ trailing form of var. menziesii with glaucous, toothed leaves and dark purple flowers. ‘Serpyllifolius’ prostrate form of var. menziesii with toothed leaf margins and lilac colored flowers ‘Mt. Adams Dwarf’ smaller form of type variety9 Common Synonym(s) None Common Name(s) Davidson’s Penstemon, Davidson’s Beardtongue, Creeping Penstemon10, 21 Species Code (as per USDA PEDA218 Plants database) GENERAL INFORMATION Geographical range Native to British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, California and Nevada. See maps below for distribution. Source: (USDA, 2018)18 Source: (Burke Museum, 2018)2 Ecological distribution This species is commonly found grasping to the surface of cliffs, rocky -
Developing Computational Tools for Evolutionary Inferences in Polyploids
Developing Computational Tools for Evolutionary Inferences in Polyploids Dissertation Presented in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree Doctor of Philosophy in the Graduate School of The Ohio State University By Paul David Blischak, B.Sc. Graduate Program in Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology The Ohio State University 2018 Dissertation Committee: Andrea D. Wolfe, Advisor Bryan C. Carstens John V. Freudenstein Laura S. Kubatko © Copyright by Paul David Blischak 2018 Abstract Methods for generating genome-scale data sets are facilitating the inference of phyloge- netic relationships in non-model taxa across the Tree of Life. However, rapid speciation and heterogeneous patterns of diversification make this task difficult when gene trees have conflicting histories (e.g., from incomplete lineage sorting). For plant species in particular, additional complications arise due to the intermixing of divergent lineages through hybridization and the subsequent occurrence of whole genome duplication (WGD; i.e., allopolyploidy). Investigations regarding the evolutionary history of re- cently formed polyploids and their diploid progenitors are difficult to conduct because of problems with resolving ambiguous genotypes in the polyploids as well as analyzing species with different ploidies. The focus of my dissertation has been to develop models and bioinformatic tools for analyzing high-throughput sequencing (HTS) data collected in non-model taxa of different ploidy levels to estimate phylogenetic relationships. I am applying these tools in the plant genus Penstemon (Plantaginaceae) to infer the relationships in two groups of closely related species containing diploids, tetraploids, and hexaploids. The first chapter of my dissertation uses HTS data and a hierarchical Bayesian framework to estimate biallelic single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) genotypes and allele frequencies in populations of any ploidy level (diploid or higher) assuming Hardy Weinberg equilibrium. -
Terr–3 Special-Status Plant Populations
TERR–3 SPECIAL-STATUS PLANT POPULATIONS 1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY During 2001 and 2002, the review of existing information, agency consultation, vegetation community mapping, and focused special-status plant surveys were completed. Based on California Native Plant Society’s (CNPS) Electronic Inventory of Rare and Endangered Vascular Plants of California (CNPS 2001a), CDFG’s Natural Diversity Database (CNDDB; CDFG 2003), USDA-FS Regional Forester’s List of Sensitive Plant and Animal Species for Region 5 (USDA-FS 1998), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Species List (USFWS 2003), and Sierra National Forest (SNF) Sensitive Plant List (Clines 2002), there were 100 special-status plant species initially identified as potentially occurring within the Study Area. Known occurrences of these species were mapped. Vegetation communities were evaluated to locate areas that could potentially support special-status plant species. Each community was determined to have the potential to support at least one special-status plant species. During the spring and summer of 2002, special-status plant surveys were conducted. For each special-status plant species or population identified, a CNDDB form was completed, and photographs were taken. The locations were mapped and incorporated into a confidential GIS database. Vascular plant species observed during surveys were recorded. No state or federally listed special-status plant species were identified during special- status plant surveys. Seven special-status plant species, totaling 60 populations, were identified during surveys. There were 22 populations of Mono Hot Springs evening-primrose (Camissonia sierrae ssp. alticola) identified. Two populations are located near Mammoth Pool, one at Bear Forebay, and the rest are in the Florence Lake area. -
Testing the Hypothesis of Allopolyploidy in the Origin of Penstemon Azureus (Plantaginaceae)
ORIGINAL RESEARCH published: 08 June 2016 doi: 10.3389/fevo.2016.00060 Testing the Hypothesis of Allopolyploidy in the Origin of Penstemon azureus (Plantaginaceae) Travis J. Lawrence 1 and Shannon L. Datwyler 2* 1 Quantitative and Systems Biology Program, University of California, Merced, CA, USA, 2 Department of Biological Sciences, California State University, Sacramento, CA, USA Polyploidy plays a major role in the evolution of angiosperms with multiple paleopolyploid events having been suggested making it plausible that all angiosperms have a polyploid event in their history. Polyploidy can arise by genome duplication within a species (i.e., autopolyploidy), or whole genome duplication coupled with hybridization (i.e., allopolyploidy). Penstemon subsection Saccanthera contains a species complex of closely related diploids and polyploids. The species in this complex are P. heterophyllus Edited by: (2x, 4x), P. parvulus (4x), P. neotericus (8x), P. laetus (2x), and P. azureus (6x). Previous Mariana Mateos, studies have hypothesized that P.azureus is an allopolyploid of P.parvulus (4x) X P.laetus Texas A&M University, USA (2x). To test the hypothesis of allopolyploidy in the origin of P. azureus and to determine Reviewed by: Brian I. Crother, possible progenitors, two nuclear loci (Adh and NIA) and three chloroplast spacer regions Southeastern Louisiana University, (trnD-trnT, rpoB-trnC, rpl32-trnL) were sequenced from P. azureus, P. heterophyllus, USA Robert William Meredith, P. laetus, P. parvulus, and P. neotericus. These data were analyzed in a phylogenetic Montclair State University, USA framework and a network analysis was used on the nuclear data. Both nuclear datasets *Correspondence: supported the allopolyploid origin of P. -
Washington Park Arboretum (2004) (Pdf)
i Foreword The results of this project are from the combined efforts of a team of talented students at the University of Washington. The five members of this team came to this project with diverse experiences and knowledge. The team included Landscape Architecture students and Environmental Horticulture/ Urban Forestry students; including undergraduate and graduate students. Amongst the team were individuals with extensive experience in nursery management, municipal arboriculture, landscape design, and environmental consulting. The team even included an International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist and Washington State University Master Gardeners. We hope that this project will contribute significantly to the implementation of a Native Plant Synoptic Garden at Washington Park Arboretum. The information contained in this project should be used in conjunction with other previous projects that have focused on the creation of this garden. By combining all this cumulative information, the final stakeholders and designers at Washington Park Arboretum will be able to synthesize and create this world class garden. ii Contents FOREWORD……………………………………………………………………………………..i INTRODUCTION………………………………………………………………………………..1 Site Location……………………………………………………………………………………..1 Site History……………………………………………………………………………………....1 Project Goals ……………………………………………………………………………………..2 SITE ANALYSIS………………………………………………………………………………...3 Existing Vegetation…………………………………………………………………………….....6 Topography……………………………………………………………………………………....7 Climate…………………………………………………………………………………………..8 -
Compilation of the Literature Reports for the Screening of Vascular Plants, Algae, Fungi and Non- Arthropod Invertebrates for the Presence of Ecdysteroids
COMPILATION OF THE LITERATURE REPORTS FOR THE SCREENING OF VASCULAR PLANTS, ALGAE, FUNGI AND NON- ARTHROPOD INVERTEBRATES FOR THE PRESENCE OF ECDYSTEROIDS Compiled by Laurie Dinan and René Lafont Biophytis, Sorbonne Université, Campus P&M Curie, 4 Place Jussieu, F-75252 Paris Cedex 05, France. Version 6: 24/10/2019 Important notice: This database has been designed as a tool to help the scientific community in research on ecdysteroids. The authors wish it to be an evolving system and would encourage other researchers to submit new data, additional publications, proposals for modifications or comments to the authors for inclusion. All new material will be referenced to its contributor. Reproduction of the material in this database in its entirety is not permitted. Reproduction of parts of the database is only permitted under the following conditions: • reproduction is for personal use, for teaching and research, but not for distribution to others • reproduction is not for commercial use • the origin of the material is indicated in the reproduction • we should be notified in advance to allow us to document that the reproduction is being made Where data are reproduced in published texts, they should be acknowledged by the reference: Lafont R., Harmatha J., Marion-Poll F., Dinan L., Wilson I.D.: The Ecdysone Handbook, 3rd edition, on-line, http://ecdybase.org Illustrations may not under any circumstances be used in published texts, commercial or otherwise, without previous written permission of the author(s). Please notify Laurie Dinan ([email protected]) of any errors or additional literature sources. © 2007: Laurence Dinan and René Lafont CONTENTS 1. -
Other Plant Lists
NBB Habitat-friendly Plants for Residential Landscapes The plants on this list have been selected because they are kind to the envi- Of course, there are many more native plants available, but many aren’t all ronment, generally well-behaved in smaller urban or suburban gardens, and that friendly to small residential landscapes for a variety of reasons. Similarly, pretty enough for ornamental value. Critical selection criteria was drought there are more ornamental plants available. Feel free to add other plants to tolerance, erosion control, and providing good habitat for birds, pollinators, your garden after using this list to create a good environmentally-friendly beneficial insects and wildlife in general. These things have been deemed base. Just be careful that what you choose is water-wise, non-invasive, and helpful in achieving and maintaining good watershed health as well. the right plant for the right place. SMALLER TREES Flower Color / Bloom Time / Foliage Color / Deciduous/ Sun Mature Drought- Erosion Fall Foliage Color / Fruit, Nuts, Seeds, Cones / Botanical Name Common Name Evergreen Exposure Height / Width Native Tolerant Control* Host For ** Comments White / Spr / Green / Orange–Red / Y / Acer circinatum Vine Maple D PtSh – Sh 10–20’ x 20’ Y Y/N Y dp,sh B,Bf,H,I,P,W taller, more spread out in shade; shorter, more dense in full sun; cultivars vary in size and coloration / / Green / Green / Y / could be much larger in wild; Calocedrus decurrens Incense Cedar E Su 50–75’ x 15’ Y Y Y dp B,Bf though very tall, it’s not very wide, -
V1 Appendix H Biological Resources (PDF)
Appendix H Biological Resources Data H1 Botanical Survey Report 2015–2017 H2 Animal Species Observed within the Study Area for the Squaw-Alpine Base to Base Gondola Project H3 California Natural Diversity Database Results H4 USDA Forest Service Sensitive Animal Species by Forest H5 USFWS IPaC Resource List H1 Botanical Survey Report 2015–2017 ´ Í SCIENTIFIC & REGULATORY SERVICES, INC. Squaw Valley - Alpine Meadows Interconnect Project Botanical Survey Report 2015-2017 Prepared by: EcoSynthesis Scientific & Regulatory Services, Inc. Prepared for: Ascent Environmental Date: December 18, 2017 16173 Lancaster Place, Truckee, CA 96161 • Telephone: 530.412.1601 • E-mail: [email protected] EcoSynthesis scientific & regulatory services, inc. Table of Contents 1 Summary ............................................................................................................................................... 1 1.1 Site and Survey Details ...................................................................................................................................... 1 1.2 Summary of Results ............................................................................................................................................ 1 2 Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 2 2.1 Site Location and Setting ................................................................................................................................. -
American Penstemon Society
BULLETIN OF THE AMERICAN PENSTEMON SOCIETY Winter 199. Number 5?-1 Membership in the American Penstemoll Society is SIO.00 a year for US & Canada. BULLETIN OF THE Overseas membership is SI5.00, which includes 15 free selections from the Seed Exchange. US life membership is S200.00. Dues are payable in January of each year. AMERICAN PENSTEMON SOCIETY Checks or money orders, in US fimds only please, are payable to the American Penstemon Society and may be sent to: Volume 55 Number 1 January 199p Ann Bartlett, Membership Secretary 1569 South Holland Court, Lakewood CO 80232 USA Features Elective Officers President: Dale Lindgren, West Central Research Center, Route 4 Box 46A, North Platte NE 69101 Draft Species Descriptions Vice President: Ramona Osburn, 1325 Wagon Trail Dr, Jackaonville OR 97530 Membership Secretary: Ann Bartlett, 1569 South Holland Court, Lakewood CO 80232 1 for the Penstemon Manual, Part 2 3 Treasurer: Steve Hoitink, 3016 East 14th Ave, Spokane WA 99202 I by Ellen Wilde Robins Coordinator: Shirley Backman, 1335 Hoge Road, Reno NV 89503 Executive Board: Rachel Snyder, 4200 Oxford Rd, Prairie Village KS 66208 Donald Hwnphrey, 6540 Oakwood Dr., Falls Church VA 22041 '1i Patricia Slayton, Rt I, Box liSA, Moore ID 83255 A Note on Penstemon in England 34 Appointive OffICers by Dale Lindgren Director of Seed Exchange: Dale Lindgren, West Central Research Center, Route 4 1 Box 46A, North Platte NE 69101 Editor: Jack Ferreri, 3118 Timber Lane, Verona WI 53593 A German Penstemon Fan at Hampton Court 36 Custodian of Slide Collection: Ellen Wilde, 110 Calle Pinonero, Santa Fe NM 87505 I Registrar ofCuitivarslHybrids: Dale Lindgren, West Central Research Center, Route 4 by Thea Unmer Box 46A, North Platte NE 69101 Librarian: Elizabeth Bolender, c/o Cox AIboretum, Springboro Pike, Dayton OH 45449 Changed Names in Penstemon, Revisited 38 Robins & Robin Directors by Jack Ferreri l. -
Lassen Volcanic National Park Weed Management Plan and Environmental Assessment for Maps and Photos
National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Lassen Volcanic Lassen Volcanic National Park Lassen Volcanic National Park Weed Management Plan and Environmental Assessment March 2008 National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Lassen Volcanic Lassen Volcanic National Park Lassen Volcanic National Park Weed Management Plan and Environmental Assessment March 2008 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................................................... 5 1.1 PURPOSE AND NEED FOR TAKING ACTION ..............................................................................................................5 1.2 DEFINITIONS ....................................................................................................................................................7 1.3 BACKGROUND .......................................................................................................................................................7 1.4 COMPLIANCE.........................................................................................................................................................9 1.5 LEGAL AUTHORITIES FOR THIS PLAN......................................................................................................................9 1.6 PRIMARY ISSUES ..................................................................................................................................................10 2.0 RELATIONSHIP -
2006 Volume 65 Issue 2
Membership in the American Penstemon Society is $10.00 a year for US & Canada. Overseas membership is $15.00, which includes 10 free selections from the Seed Exchange. US life membership is $200.00. Dues are payable in January of each year. Checks or money orders, in US funds only please, are payable to the American Penstemon Society and may be sent to: Dwayne Dickerson, Membership Secretary 600 South Cherry Street, Suite 27, Denver, CO 80246 USA Elective Officers President: Louise Parsons, 1915 SE Stone Street, Corvallis, OR 97333–1832 Vice‐President: Bill King, 1564 Wasatch Drive, Salt Lake City, UT 84108 Membership Secretary: Dwayne Dickerson, 600 S. Cherry Street, Suite 27, Denver, CO 80246 Treasurer: Steve Hoitink, 3016 East 14th Ave, Spokane, WA 99202 Robins Coordinator: Ginny Maffitt, 265 SE Sunset Blvd, Sherwood, OR 97140 Executive Board: Jill Pitman, Mews Cottage 34 Easton St., Portland, Dorset, DT5 1BT, United Kingdom Ann Bartlett, 1569 South Holland, Lakewood, CO 80232 Bob McFarlane, 5609 South Locust Street, Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Appointive Officers Director of Seed Exchange: Bob McFarlane, 5609 S. Locust St., Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Editor: Dr. Dale Lindgren, Univ. of NE West Central Center, 461 West University Drive, North Platte, NE 69101 Custodian of Slide Collection: Ellen Wilde, 110 Calle Pinonero, Sante Fe, NM 87505 Registrar of Cultivars/Hybrids: Dr. Dale Lindgren, Univ. of NE West Central Center, 461 West University Drive, North Platte, NE 69101 Librarian: Ellen Wilde, 110 Calle Pinonero, Sante Fe, NM 87505 Robins & Robin Directors A. Executive/Directors Louise Parsons (formerly #1 & #13) B. Cross Country Betty Davenport (formerly #6 & #7) C. -
Pacific Ranges Ecoregion
Selecting Plants for Pollinators A Guide for Gardeners, Farmers, and Land Managers In the Pacific Ranges ecoregion British Columbia Coast Mountains from the British Columbia-Washington border north to Burke Channel and Bella Coola including Squamish, Whistler Hope, and Pemberton Table of CONTENTS Why Support Pollinators? 4 Getting Started 5 Pacifi c R anges 6 Meet the Pollinators 8 Plant Traits 10 Developing Plantings 12 Farms 13 Public Lands 14 Home Landscapes 15 Plants That Attract Pollinators 16 Notes 22 Habitat hints 24 Habitat and Nesting requirements 25 S.H.A.R .E. 26 This is one of several guides for different regions of North America. Check list 26 We welcome your feedback to assist us in making the future guides Resources and Feedback 27 useful. Please contact us at [email protected] 2 Selecting Plants for Pollinators Selecting Plants for Pollinators A Guide for Gardeners, Farmers, and Land Managers In the Pacific Ranges Ecoregion British Columbia Coast Mountains from the British Columbia-Washington border north to Burke Channel and Bella Coola including Squamish, Whistler, Hope, and Pemberton A NAPPC and Pollinator Partnership Canada™ Publication Pacifi c R anges 3 Why support pollinators? IN THEIR 1996 BOOK, THE FORGOttEN POLLINATORS, Buchmann and Nabhan estimated that animal pollinators are needed for the reproduction “Flowering plants of 90% of flowering plants and one third of human food crops. Each of us depends on these industrious pollinators in a practical way to provide us with the wide range of foods we eat. In addition, pollinators are part of the across wild, intricate web that supports the biological diversity in natural ecosystems that helps sustain our quality of life.