Floristics

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Floristics is the study of plants of geographical regions. It is a branch of phytogeography.[1] Harvard University has a history of research with early contributions. For example, Asa Gray was a Harvard researcher who studied the plants of North America and its connections to Asia.[2]

Example of floristic diversity

Etymology

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The words "floristic" and "floristics" originate from the Latin word Flora, from flos (flower), and the prefix "-istic", a word-forming suffix indicating a relation to or of.[3]

References

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  1. ^ "Definition of FLORISTICS". www.merriam-webster.com.
  2. ^ "Floristics & Monography | Harvard University Herbaria & Libraries". www.huh.harvard.edu.
  3. ^ "-istic Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary". www.britannica.com.
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