Through lectures and work in the laboratory, Dr. Gandhi will provide a deeper understanding of the plant kingdom, from the simple plants to those that are highly evolved. He will outline the structure and reproduction of bacteria, cyanobacteria, algae, fungi, mosses, ferns, pines, and flowering plants, in this 6 session course taking place Tuesdays beginning April 3 (excluding April 17) at the Harvard University Herbaria, 22 Divinity Avenue in Cambridge.

You will learn about the fundamental differences in the plant structure of these groups and also their capabilities in reproducing both sexually and asexually. The role of xylem, phloem, fruits, and seeds in the success of flowering plants will be discussed. Cost: $145 for Arnold Arboretum members, $180 for nonmembers. To register, call 617-524-1418, or email adulted@arnarb.harvard.edu.