FWF Launches Research Literature Database

(Reprinted from the Florida Wildflower Foundation's News From the Field)

The Florida Wildflower Foundation launched an online research literature database of Florida wildflowers on Monday that draws together findings on more than 260 species.
“This new tool provides research sources that can be used to protect and preserve our native wildflower species,” said Lisa Roberts, the foundation’s executive director. “Because many Florida species also occur elsewhere in the Southeastern U.S., we expect wide interest in the database throughout the region.”

The collection, found at FlaWildflowers.org/Literature.php, is intended to give researchers, botanists, the nursery industry, conservation scientists, instructors and wildflower enthusiasts a resource that lets them easily find data on specific species. They will be able to tailor searches in a variety of ways, including using key words, authors’ names, and article topic.

Each data entry provides a brief synopsis of the study or article featured, along with links to records in national databases, including the USDA library and scientific journals.

The Florida Wildflower Foundation intends to keep expanding the database, which currently contains fewer than 10 percent of the state’s native plants. To recommend articles or make other suggestions, email literature@FlaWildflowers.org.

The Florida Wildflower Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in Maitland, Fla. Through programs that promote the use, availability and advantages of native wildflowers, the Foundation is helping to curb water use in landscapes, support pollinators that put food on our tables, reduce water and air pollution, provide wildlife habitat, and maintain a healthy environment for all. To learn more about its work, visit FlaWildflowers.org.