Boston Flora

Tag: Fagaceae

  • Monday, October 16, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm – Fagaceae Family

    Learn about the general characteristics and historical importance of Fagaceae, the woody plant family which includes oaks and their relatives, beeches, and American chestnuts. After an introduction to woody plants, we’ll discuss plant features that are useful for understanding and comparing plant families, then examine acorns, twigs, and leaves to learn to distinguish among the common oaks in the area. Later, we’ll walk through the Garden in the Woods in Framingham to look at form, bark, leaves, and growth habit. The New England Wild Flower Society class will take place Monday, October 16, from 10 – 2, and is led by Carol Govan. $53 for members of NEWFS, $64 for nonmembers. Register online at http://www.newfs.org/learn/our-programs/fagaceae-family

  • Wednesday, June 18, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Colossal Cousins: Oaks and Beeches

    Wander among the mighty oaks and beeches at the Arnold Arboretum on Wednesday, June 18, at 6 pm, to learn about the Fagaceae, a cosmopolitan family of plants found around the world. Jim Gorman will present identification features, natural history, ecological contributions and economic uses, and horticultural firsts, introducing participants to North American natives, old guard species from Europe, and newer horticultural introductions from Asia. Fee $40 Arboretum member, $50 nonmember. Meet at the Bussey Street Gate.  Register online at http://my.arboretum.harvard.edu/Info.aspx?EventID=1.