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Plant Structure

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Get a solid grounding in the basic plant body-from the cell to the roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruit. We'll use dissecting and compound light microscopes to observe plant anatomy, then introduce the base-level chemistry required to understand the world of plants.

Required Text:
Raven PH, Evert RF, & Eichhorn SE. Biology of Plants, 8th edition. W.H. Freeman, 2013.

Materials Information:
For in-person classes: Please bring a hand lens.
For online Classes:Please note, this course requires the purchase of materials. Please refer to the Materials List linked below for more information.

Schedule:

Every week on Saturday, starting on 01/10/26 and ending on 03/14/26 (excluding 01/17/26, 02/14/26)

Times:

10:00am-01:00pm EST

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Instructor:

Lydia Paradiso Lydia Paradiso

Lydia Paradiso

Lydia Paradiso is currently a PhD student at the City University of New York and NYBG. Her research focuses on Larix (Pinaceae), a genus of deciduous conifers. She previously received a MSc in Biodiversity and Taxonomy of Plants from the Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh. Lydia is passionate about science education and communication, and has experience teaching in both formal and informal settings.

Location:

NYBG, Watson Room 315
2900 Southern Blvd
Bronx, NY 10458

Session Number:

263BOT315B

Price:

Price Non-Member : $650.00
Member : $585.00
Central Park Conservancy : $590.00

Additional Sessions Available