In 2021, the number of rare native plant species in Ohio grew by five in 2021.
CLEVELAND — Ohio is home to vast tracts of unspoiled nature, and for botanists, it’s the perfect playground to discover new native plant species that have never been recorded before. In 2021, the number of rare native plant species found across Ohio's wilds grew by five.
“Finding new species and populations of rare plants is not only rewarding for the discoverers and exciting for the botanical community, it is critically important for their protection,” ODNR Chief Botanist Rick Gardner said. “It gives us the opportunity to survey, monitor and target efforts to protect them and ensures a more accurate understanding of the species’ status as a whole.”
These rare plants discovered native to Ohio show that there are still important discoveries to be made. The rare plant list in Ohio currently has over 600 species on it. ODNR relies heavily on volunteers, conservation organizations, state and federal agencies, and environmental consultants to track the status of rare plant populations. Members of the public are asked to contact the Division of Natural Areas and Preserves if they have questions or information concerning these species at 614-265-6453.
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