Plants and Fungi

From majestic 300-foot redwoods to the luscious black witch’s butter mushroom, the San Francisco Bay Area is alive with plants and fungi. Yet many of these rooted natives are threatened by the twin forces of development and invasive species, making their survival particularly critical for the food web.

Latest from Plants and Fungi

Avoid the Rash

Event: June 15, 2013 9:00 am

Come discover the upside of poison oak! Learn why it is a beneficial plant and how it has been used

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Moon Blooms

Event: June 21, 2013 5:30 pm

Take a moderate 3-mile hike to see soap root in bloom. This “evening bloomer’s” exquisite white flowers attract hummingbirds and

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Native Plant Discovery Stroll

Event: June 4, 2013 9:00 am

Join a docent for a leisurely 1.7-mile stroll to discover the rich variety of native trees, shrubs, and plants growing

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Healthy Trails Bilingual (Spanish) Outing

Event: June 1, 2013 10:00 am

 
Take an easy 2.0-mile walk on a flat, paved trail with a bilingual guide. Explore scenic views of hills

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