VegetationThe mission of the CNPS Vegetation Program is to develop and disseminate quantifiable definitions of all types of vegetation in California. These definitions will be used to promote science-based conservation at the natural community and ecosystem level throughout the State. The principal goals of the Vegetation Program are to develop, promote, and maintain a uniform vegetation classification that will be adopted by private, state, and federal resource agencies with jurisdiction over land management, and to develop defensible definitions of the rare vegetation of the state. CNPS Vegetation Program Overview
A Manual of California VegetationCNPS has adopted a definitive system for describing vegetation statewide. This standard vegetation classification has been accepted by state and federal agencies, and the principal unit is called “Alliance” (or series), which is a floristically defined vegetation type identified by its dominant and/or characteristic species.
Vegetation Sampling Methods and ProjectsCNPS has adopted a series of methods and data forms for the collection of vegetation data around the state. The link below provides an overview of the current vegetation sampling projects along with links to the standard protocols and field forms.
Vegetation Publications and PresentationsCNPS has developed a variety of reports, publications, and presentations to describe vegetation. The characteristic alliances in certain regions of the state are described in the reports. The importance of and variation in vegetation is explained in complimentary publications and presentations, especially as they associate to regional mapping projects, sampling efforts, and conservation efforts.
Vegetation Workshops
Vegetation Program Initiatives
Statewide Vegetation Mapping Links
Vegetation Program Contacts
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