MNPS Meeting: "The Importance of Hybridization in the Systematic Evolution of Oaks"

The oaks are one of North America’s most widespread and important trees. Nearly 80 native species of oaks occur in North America, not including the numerous natural hybrids and app. 100 species in Mexico. Maryland is one of the most diverse areas in the east for oaks, with 21 of the 41 oak species native to the eastern U.S., not including hybrids. Join Alan Whittemore, research botanist and systematic taxonomist with the USDA and Flora of North America contributor, for a presentation on the evolution, diversity, and importance of oak species.

Location: White Oak Library - Large Meeting Room

Directions: Exit the Washington Beltway at New Hampshire Ave (exit 28). Go north about 2 miles. The library is the first building on the right, once you have passed under Route 29, just after the Sears store.

There will be refreshments and door prizes. Pot luck refreshments are always welcome.

The meeting is open to non-members.

Meetings take place on the last Tuesday of each month.