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Adkins Arboretum Native Plant Database

The Arboretum’s native plant database contains records of plant communities and plants that have been located and mapped on the Arboretum grounds or that are grown in the nursery.  Plant communities have lists of the plants that occur in them and will eventually contain lists of animal species as well. Most of the plants have information about their cultural requirements, horticultural uses, and ecological characteristics such as what habitat they grow in and what their wildlife benefits are.  On the fact sheet you can see this information and a photograph of the plant. Data is constantly being added and updated, so check back often to see what’s new.

This project was funded by the Institute for Museum and Library Services.  In addition to providing information to the public, the database helps staff track the Arboretum’s plant collection, monitor changes in plant communities, and track restoration and research projects.  There is much more information in the database than what is visible for public access, so if you are searching for a particular set of information, please e-mail the Conservation Curator , Sylvan Kaufman ( )for assistance.

The software used for the database is called Green Venues.  It is one of only a few software programs that can integrate mapping and data and was customized to meet the Arboretum's needs. The map is a high resolution aerial photograph taken in late April, 2005.  By taking the photograph at that time of year, most of the trees, paths, and creeks are visible.  Look for evergreen trees and deciduous trees that are just leafing out. 

To learn more about native plants at Adkins Arboretum, choose from the links below. Be sure to turn off your pop-up blocker for best results while accessing the database.

• Native Plant Database
• Glossary of terms used in the Native Plant Database
• Instructions on using the Native Plant Database