A blooming calendar of wildflowers and woody plants at George Washington Carver National Monument

Cox, Erica

This study, by Missouri Southern State College students, was conducted to formulate a wildflower and woody plant species list for George Washington Carver National Monument and to note the blooming times for each species starting May 16, 1992 until November 13, 1992. A discussion on previous studies by E.J. Palmer (1950's and 1960s) and D. Detzer(1970) conducted at the park is included. The four different habitat areas within the park are described and includes climate, temperature, rainfall, and soil composition. The study describes route and data collection. Conclusions and recommendations based on study findings are also included. Maps illustrating the collection routes and soil types within the park are included. Also included is a sample log sheet used in the research. Graphical data identifies the concentrations of wildflowers and woody plants in each area. Table data identifies the temperature and rainfall amounts measured and the genus and species of those wildflowers and woody plants found during the study period. The list identifies the scientific name, common name and location found within the prairie management unit area. A list of all flora known to be at George Washington Carver National Monument is included and a list of those not previously recorded at the park. Log sheets kept during the research are included and identify the species and week number A table identifies the forb species needed for prairie restoration which identifies the species name and seed rate (ounces/acre). A spiral notebook containing field notes used during the study is also found in the file.