Connecting people and plants to support healthy humans and habitats
Plants of Concern connects...
People
We monitor and advocate for rare plants and natural areas.
Plants
We work to safeguard rare plants from extinction.
Partners
We share data with land managers, researchers, and state databases.
News
Chris Benda Hired to Coordinate Plants of Concern -- Southern Illinois
Welcome Chris Benda! We are excited to announce that Chris will coordinate the new Plants of Concern – Southern IL project through Southern Illinois University.Chris Benda has 15 years of experience as a botanist working...
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+359
species
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+163
land managers
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