Women in Florida Field Botany: 1873-1972 with Alan Franck - Palm Beach County FNPS - Chapter Meeting - CONSERVATION GROUP

16 Jun 2026 22:30:00 GMT

UF IFAS/Mounts Botanical Garden Auditorium
Tuesday, June 16, 2026, 6:30 – 8:45pm

“Women in Florida Field Botany: 1873-1972”

People like Alvan W. Chapman and John K. Small figure prominently in early Florida botany. Overlooked are many women who made significant contributions in Florida field botany, such as Mary C. Reynolds, Eleanor Scull, Lucia McCulloch, Mary F. Baker, Lillian Arnold, Mary Agnes Chase, Helen Butts Correll, Ruth Schornherst Breen, Olga Lakela, etc. This talk will explore some of this history.

On Alan Franck:
Alan is a botanist and educator at the University of Florida herbarium, within the Florida Museum of Natural History located in Gainesville, Florida. Previously, he worked at Florida International University in Miami, studying the local flora and funga. He has also served as the director of the University of South Florida herbarium, which has a heavy concentration on the flora of Florida. He received his Ph.D. from the University of South Florida, where his dissertation studied the systematics of a rare cactus (Harrisia) in Florida and the Caribbean. His research continues to focus primarily on the plant and fungal diversity of Florida and parts of the Caribbean.

More about our meeting:
Third Tuesday of most months - see calendar for dates and speakers.

6:30pm-9pm
6:30pm - Mingle with plant nerds, experts, and visiting nursery folks. Ask questions, check out plants, share stories, make friends.
7pm - Speaker Program
8:15pm - Rundown and description of plants available for the evening
8:40 - PLANT DRAWING

Meetings are FREE to attend. Bring a friend!

Our chapter's goal is to preserve, conserve, and restore the native plants and native plant communities of Florida. And so we learn about various topics related to native plants, including their importance in providing native habitats, promoting biodiversity, and carving the pathway to sustainability. Check out our calendar to see our upcoming speakers and topics.

Whether you're a seasoned native expert, or just starting your journey, our meetings offer something for everyone.

Learn from experienced members of our community who will share valuable insights on getting involved in conservation, exploring our Natural Areas, and creating your own sustainable garden. Connect with fellow environmental advocates and native plant professionals, exchange ideas, ask questions, and gain inspiration.

Our popular native plant drawing follows the speaker program. This is a great way to learn from our knowledgeable members who share their expertise on specific native plants in hand, and it’s an opportunity to add hard-to-find plants to your own landscape.

Don't miss the chance to connect with like-minded individuals; these meetings are a fantastic opportunity for champions of nature to gather and share their love for native plants, wildlife, and gardening.

All are welcome. We embrace diversity, knowing our community is stronger when it includes many voices, backgrounds, and perspectives.

Also, we have snacks!

Pollinator Week

22 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Monday, June 22 – Sunday, June 28, 2026

More info: pollinator.org

WORKSHOP - Save the date!

11 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT

UF IFAS/Mounts Botanical Garden Auditorium
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 4 – 6:30pm

WORKSHOP
DETAILS TO COME...

Our chapter's goal is to preserve, conserve, and restore the native plants and native plant communities of Florida. And so we learn about various topics related to native plants, including their importance in providing native habitats, promoting biodiversity, and carving the pathway to sustainability. Check out our calendar to see our upcoming speakers and topics.

Whether you're a seasoned native expert, or just starting your journey, our meetings offer something for everyone.

Learn from experienced members of our community who will share valuable insights on getting involved in conservation, exploring our Natural Areas, and creating your own sustainable garden. Connect with fellow environmental advocates and native plant professionals, exchange ideas, ask questions, and gain inspiration.

Don't miss the chance to connect with like-minded individuals; these meetings are a fantastic opportunity for champions of nature to gather and share their love for native plants, wildlife, and gardening.

All are welcome. We embrace diversity, knowing our community is stronger when it includes many voices, backgrounds, and perspectives.