Aquilegia Editions 1989
Summary: This January/February 1989 issue of Aquilegia emphasizes botanical education, citizen science, and practical conservation partnerships. Articles encourage amateur botanists to contribute meaningful ecological observations, using the Sand Lily (Leucocrinum montanum) as an example of unanswered questions in pollination and seed dispersal. The issue highlights opportunities for research funding, restoration partnerships with Rocky Mountain National Park, and the importance of early communication to protect rare plant populations during highway development. Members are introduced to workshops on sedges, grasses, composites, penstemons, and pollination ecology designed to make plant identification accessible to all skill levels. Additional features celebrate early-blooming native wildflowers, review a regional tree identification manual, and explore the ecological value of the Wheat Ridge Greenbelt, reinforcing the Society’s mission of conservation through education, collaboration, and public involvement.
Plant Species: Plant species and genera mentioned in this issue include Leucocrinum montanum, Calochortus spp. (Sego Lily), Eustoma grandiflora, Hypoxis hirsuta, Astragalus tridactylicus, Townsendia hookeri, Physaria bellii, Townsendia exscapa, Astragalus sericoleucus, Carex spp., Carex nebraskensis, Carex utriculata, Carex aquatilis, Juncus spp., Carex aurea, Physaria bellii, Spiranthes diluvialis, Lobelia siphilitica, Equisetum spp., cattails (Typha spp.), New England asters (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae), Ceratoides lanata, Eriogonum spp., Forsellesia planitierum, Mimosa borealis, Artemisia nova, Amorpha canescens, Opuntia imbricata, Betula papyrifera, Acer negundo, Viburnum spp., Shepherdia canadensis, Artemisia tridentata, Artemisia bigelovii, Juniperus monosperma, Juniperus mexicana var. monosperma, Pyracantha, Cotoneaster, Quercus gambelii (Gambel oak), Bouteloua curtipendula (Sideoats grama), and Penstemon spp.
Keywords: Sand Lily ecology, Leucocrinum montanum, citizen science, amateur botany, pollination biology, seed dispersal, plant propagation, Colorado Natural History grants, rare plant inventories, Front Range flora, species of special concern, Denver Chapter activities, environmental education, planetary stewardship, floral phenology, shale flora, Easter daisy, three-fingered milkvetch, sedge identification, Carex workshop, wetland ecology, Partners in Parks, Rocky Mountain National Park restoration, disturbed site rehabilitation, highway planning, rare plant mitigation, environmental impact assessment, Wheat Ridge Greenbelt, riparian habitats, Spiranthes conservation, recreational impacts, native plant workshops, grasses, composites, penstemon identification, pollination ecology, botanical outreach, tree and shrub identification, native versus introduced species, and conservation partnerships.
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Summary: This March/April 1989 issue of Aquilegia highlights the Colorado Native Plant Society’s expanding commitment to field research, volunteerism, and botanical education. The feature article recounts the discovery and documentation of quillwort populations in Rocky Mountain National Park, resulting in new county and park records and encouraging members to investigate overlooked aquatic species. The newsletter introduces revised field trip procedures, including standardized species reporting and liability waivers, while outlining an ambitious season of excursions focused on grasslands, endemic flora, and conservation inventories. Additional articles address rare plant stewardship, cactus ecology, wildflower photography techniques, herbarium volunteer opportunities, and educational partnerships with organizations across Colorado. Together, the issue reflects a society increasingly engaged in citizen science, rare plant protection, public outreach, and the development of practical skills among its members.
Plant Species: Plant species and genera mentioned in this issue include Isoetes lacustris, Isoetes setacea ssp. muricata (Isoetes echinospora ssp. muricata), Isoetes bolanderi, pondweeds, algae, members of the Rosaceae, Leucocrinum montanum, Danthonia parryi, Mertensia spp., Penstemon utahensis, Gilia subnuda, Lygodesmia dolorensis, Aletes nuttallii, Astragalus osterhoutii, Penstemon penlandii, Physaria osterhoutii, Physaria floribunda, Parthenium tetraneuris, Mirabilis rotundifolia, Oxybaphus hirsutus, Mirabilis multiflora, Zinnia grandiflora, Melampodium leucanthum, Sphaeralcea angustifolia, Hofmannseggia drepanocarpa, Artemisia arbuscula, Atriplex confertifolia, Frankenia jamesii, Sarcobatus vermiculatus, Baccharis spp., Mentzelia densa, Opuntia phaeacantha, Pediocactus simpsonii, Coryphantha vivipara, Echinocereus viridiflorus, Opuntia imbricata (Cylindropuntia imbricata), Opuntia macrorhiza, Opuntia polyacantha, Opuntia fragilis, Asplenium andrewsii, and Braya humilis.
Keywords: Quillwort surveys, Isoetes discoveries, Rocky Mountain National Park, wetlands inventory, new county records, citizen science, aquatic botany, rare plant conservation, field trip procedures, liability waivers, species inventories, Denver Chapter activities, Rosaceae display, Garden and Home Show, Pawnee National Grasslands, Rare Plant Monograph, Denver Botanic Gardens programs, volunteer herbarium work, environmental journalism, Roxborough seminars, wildflower identification, wildflower photography, conservation preserves, Phantom Canyon Preserve, Middle Park endemics, shale flora, endemic species, Pueblo West flora, Arkansas Valley plants, Niobrara Formation, river ecology, cactus adaptations, edible native plants, Adopt-a-Rare-Plant volunteers, The Nature Conservancy, plant stewardship, botanical outreach, and conservation education.
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Summary: This May/June 1989 issue of Aquilegia emphasizes the Colorado Native Plant Society’s growing role in conservation, public education, and field-based botanical research. Members were encouraged to participate in seed collection efforts for native bluegrasses to support restoration projects, volunteer inventories at Castlewood Canyon State Park, and herbarium development at the Denver Museum of Natural History. Feature articles explore the taxonomic mysteries surrounding Parthenium alpinum and its Colorado relatives, clarify the confusing nomenclature of smooth sumac, and celebrate the common plants that inspire children’s interest in nature. Extensive field trip descriptions highlight endangered species, endemic flora, conservation preserves, and alpine wildflower habitats across Colorado. The issue reflects a balance of scientific inquiry, stewardship, horticultural history, and efforts to cultivate future generations of native plant advocates.
Plant Species: Plant species and genera mentioned in this issue include Poa secunda, Poa canbyi, Poa nevadensis, Poa ampla, Gaultheria humifusa, Athyrium distentifolium, Lycopodium annotinum, Huperzia selago, Parthenium alpinum, Parthenium ligulatum, Parthenium tetraneuris, Bolophyta alpina, Rhus glabra, Rhus cismontana, Quercus gambelii, Rhus typhina, Rhus trilobata, Rhus aromatica, Aletes nuttallii, Penstemon utahensis, Gilia subnuda, Lygodesmia dolorensis, Astragalus osterhoutii, Penstemon penlandii, Physaria osterhoutii, Physaria floribunda, Mirabilis rotundifolia, Oxybaphus hirsutus, Mirabilis multiflora, Zinnia grandiflora, Melampodium leucanthum, Sphaeralcea angustifolia, Hofmannseggia drepanocarpa, Artemisia arbuscula, Atriplex confertifolia, Frankenia jamesii, Sarcobatus vermiculatus, Baccharis spp., Mentzelia densa, Silene antirrhina, Glycyrrhiza lepidota, Arctium minus, Xanthium strumarium, Tragopogon dubius, Asclepias speciosa, Robinia pseudoacacia, Prunus americana, Echinocystis lobata, Pedicularis groenlandica, and Grindelia squarrosa.
Keywords: Sandberg bluegrass seed collection, restoration ecology, revegetation, Soil Conservation Service, Castlewood Canyon inventory, citizen science, herbarium volunteers, field trip procedures, liability waivers, species inventories, Denver Chapter activities, Boulder Chapter activities, mushroom forays, rare plant conservation, Native Plants on Public Lands, highway impacts on rare flora, Parthenium taxonomy, botanical history, smooth sumac nomenclature, horticultural selections, Rocky Mountain National Park research, endangered species, Middle Park endemics, Phantom Canyon Preserve, The Nature Conservancy, Yampa River rafting, Pueblo West flora, Niobrara Formation, Arkansas Valley plants, alpine wildflowers, Yankee Boy Basin, San Juan Mountains, environmental education, engaging children with plants, seed dispersal adaptations, horticultural history, plant stewardship, and conservation outreach.
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Summary: This July/August 1989 issue of Aquilegia focuses heavily on conservation action, citizen science, and the practical involvement of Colorado Native Plant Society members in protecting native flora. Members were asked to assist the Pike–San Isabel National Forests in locating populations of plant species of special concern and to participate in restoration and research projects within Rocky Mountain National Park. The newsletter also highlights upcoming field trips centered on rare plants and specialized habitats, reports on Board initiatives supporting conservation and research, and encourages environmental engagement through the newly launched Terra Infirma radio program. Additional articles explore the horticultural value of Littleleaf Mountain Mahogany, recommend botanical literature for summer reading, and recount an immersive field excursion through the southeast Colorado prairies, illustrating the Society’s commitment to education, stewardship, and exploration.
Plant Species: Plant species and genera mentioned in this issue include Armeria scabra ssp. siberica, Braya humilis ssp. ventosa, Braya glabella, Crepis nana, Eriogonum brandegei, Eutrema penlandii, Frasera coloradense, Goodyera repens, Heuchera richardsonii, Hypoxis hirsuta, Ipomopsis globularis, Liatris ligulistylis, Lilium philadelphicum, Mentzelia densa, Mimulus gemmiparus, Pellaea atropurpurea, Penstemon degeneri, Phippsia algida, Ptilagrostis porteri, Ranunculus gelidus, Salix lanata ssp. calcicola, Sapindus drummondii, Scirpus pumilus, Solidago ptarmicoides, Spiranthes diluvialis, Viola pedatifida, Woodsia mexicana, Gaultheria humifusa, Athyrium distentifolium, Lycopodium annotinum, Huperzia selago, Phacelia spp., Cercocarpus intricatus (Littleleaf Mountain Mahogany), Cercocarpus ledifolius (Curlleaf Mountain Mahogany), Botrychium spp., juniper, pinyon pine, aspen, chokecherry, wild grape, red and yellow columbines (Aquilegia spp.), lily-of-the-valley, pondweed, water lilies, cottonwood, and Frasera coloradense.
Keywords: Species of special concern, Pike–San Isabel National Forests, Comanche National Grasslands, rare plant surveys, citizen science, conservation biology, ecological inventories, Rocky Mountain National Park restoration research, Partners in Parks, seed collection, voucher specimens, CONPS annual meeting, Saving Colorado’s Native Flora on Public Lands, Natural Resources Defense Council, The Nature Conservancy, Florissant visitor center advocacy, airport landscaping review, Devil’s Head rare plant search, relict ferns, environmental radio programming, Terra Infirma, personal conservation action, native landscaping, drought-tolerant horticulture, Littleleaf Mountain Mahogany cultivation, alpine botany, botanical literature, wildflower history, southeast prairie ecosystems, Pinyon Canyon Maneuver Site, Picture Canyon archaeology, field trip reports, interdisciplinary natural history, and environmental education
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Summary: This September/October 1989 issue of Aquilegia emphasizes the documentation, preservation, and appreciation of Colorado’s rare native flora through education, research, and citizen involvement. The featured article celebrates the publication of Rare Plants of Colorado, a landmark Colorado Native Plant Society project describing 92 rare and endangered species and the habitats they occupy. Additional content highlights the Society’s annual meeting focused on protecting native plants on public lands, expansion through newly formed local chapters, workshops on rush identification and herbarium techniques, and field reports documenting noteworthy botanical discoveries. The issue also encourages ethical approaches to learning plant identification without unnecessary collecting and showcases the importance of continued observation and reporting of uncommon species. Throughout, the newsletter reinforces the role of amateur botanists and professionals alike in advancing conservation and botanical knowledge throughout Colorado.
Plant Species: Plant species and genera mentioned in this issue include Juncus spp., Carex spp., North Park Phacelia, Asplenium septentrionale, Athyrium filix-femina, Cystopteris fragilis, Dryopteris filix-mas, Pteridium aquilinum, Woodsia oregana, Actaea rubra, Chimaphila umbellata, Eustoma grandiflorum (Tulip or Prairie Gentian), Oxybaphus rotundifolius, Bolophyta tetraneuris, Eustoma grandiflorum forma grandiflorum, forma fisheri, forma bicolor, forma roseum, and forma flaviflorum, Golden Banner, Engelmann spruce, aspen, Epilobium sp., Phacelia spp., Hoheria glabrata, and numerous rare species collectively represented in Rare Plants of Colorado.
Keywords: Rare Plants of Colorado, rare and endangered plants, biological diversity, Plant Species of Special Concern, Colorado Natural Areas Program, endangered species conservation, public lands protection, annual meeting, Natural Resources Defense Council, Faith Campbell, public land agencies, preservation in action, local chapter development, Yamparika Chapter, San Juan Chapter, citizen science, revegetation projects, global change research, carnivorous plants, seed germination studies, Denver Botanic Gardens, Center for Plant Conservation, living collections, bioregionalism, sustainable communities, urban ecology, prairie ecology, herbal medicine, rush identification, Juncus workshops, herbarium specimen preparation, botanical ethics, field photography, botanical sketching, Devil’s Head field trip, rare fern surveys, Prairie Gentian discoveries, county plant records, habitat documentation, and volunteer botanical observation.
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Summary: This November/December 1989 issue of Aquilegia highlights both the scientific study and public appreciation of Colorado’s native flora, with a strong emphasis on ferns, orchids, and winter botanical education. Featured articles guide readers to one of Colorado’s richest fern habitats along Vallecito Creek and provide updates on discoveries involving the state’s elusive native orchids, including new county records and a newly recognized orchid for Colorado. Additional content explores the fascinating biology of plant galls, reports on rare plant field investigations in the Pueblo area, and outlines an extensive winter workshop series covering bryophytes, primroses, moonworts, and plant identification. Society news includes leadership transitions, conservation efforts, restoration work in Rocky Mountain National Park, and the establishment of two new Western Slope chapters, reflecting the continued growth of the Colorado Native Plant Society and its commitment to conservation, education, and citizen participation.
Plant Species: Plant species and genera mentioned in this issue include Cystopteris fragilis, Cystopteris reevesiana, Cheilanthes fendleri, Woodsia mexicana, Pteridium aquilinum var. pubescens, Pinus strobiformis, Cryptogramma acrostichoides, Asplenium trichomanes, Dryopteris filix-mas, Equisetum hyemale, Polypodium hesperium, Polypodium amorphum, Polystichum lonchitis, Pinus albicaulis, Opuntia macrorhiza, Drymocallis fissa, Rubus deliciosus, Primula, Androsace, Dodecatheon, Botrychium spp., Lycopodium spp., Phlox multiflora, Habenaria zothecina, Platanthera spp., Limnorchis hyperborea, L. stricta, L. sparsiflora, L. ensifolia, L. dilatata, L. leucostachys, L. arizonica, L. brevifolia, Spiranthes diluvialis, Spiranthes romanzoffiana, Malaxis brachypoda, Malaxis ehrenbergii, Malaxis soulei (M. macrostachya), Epipactis gigantea, Mirabilis rotundifolia, Mirabilis multiflora, Mirabilis hirsuta, Parthenium tetraneuris, Colorado blue spruce, apple, cherry, willow, hackberry, wheat, mosses, liverworts, and numerous bryophytes and fern allies discussed in workshops and field reports.
Keywords: Vallecito Creek, San Juan National Forest, fern diversity, orchid discoveries, native orchids of Colorado, Habenaria zothecina, Spiranthes diluvialis, Dinosaur National Monument, hanging gardens, herbarium collections, rare plant documentation, Colorado Natural Areas Program, plant species of special concern, botanical ethics, citizen science, field botany, Pueblo field trip, shale hill endemics, cement plant habitats, plant galls, gall insects, gall midges, gall wasps, winter twig identification, threatened and endangered species, riparian surveys, remote sensing, restoration research, Rocky Mountain National Park, Bureau of Land Management planning, conservation advocacy, Rose Family educational exhibits, bryophyte workshops, primrose identification, moonwort taxonomy, workshop education, chapter development, Yamparika Chapter, San Juan Chapter, rare plant monograph distribution, and Colorado Native Plant Society leadership transitions.
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