Plants

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There's more to Texas plant life than just bluebonnets, pecan trees and prickly pear. Because of the diversity of Texas soil regions and habitats, we have quite a variety of plant species.

What's blooming in your neighborhood?

Native Plant Society of Texas

Wild Harvest (Texas Parks and Wildlife Magazine August 2013)
Learn about harvesting wild native fruits for food.

Be Nature-Safe around Plants

Did you know that not only Native Americans used plants for medicinal purposes, but even today, many life-saving drugs are made from plant derivatives. Learn about medicinal uses for common Texas plants.