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Tools & Methods
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There are some tools that can help in plant identification:
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Magnifier (hand lens, microscopes) |
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Forceps |
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Knife, scalpel, razor blade, cutter, pruner, scissors |
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Needle |
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References, e.g., floras, manuals, pictorials, check lists,
guide books, web sites |
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Authenticated specimens |
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Binoculars, metric ruler, altimeter, compass |
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Chemicals (e.g., concentrated potassium hydroxide, phenylenediamine,
and calcium hyperchlorite (bleach), for identifying lichens; methylene blue
for identifying bryophytes) |
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There are several methods for plant identification: |
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expert determination (most reliable and accurate)
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recognition |
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comparison with specimens, photos, illustrations,
descriptions |
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use of keys and
similar devices |
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matching specific markers (e.g., DNA sequence,
histochemical changes) |
 
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