Native Plant Society of New Mexico
Working with our community to preserve, restore, and shed light on the beauty and importance of native plants.
The Society
Our Mission
The Native Plant Society of New Mexico (NPSNM) is a non-profit organization that strives to educate the public about native plants by promoting knowledge of plant identification, ecology, and uses; fostering plant conservation and the preservation of natural habitats; supporting botanical research; and encouraging the appropriate use of native plants to conserve water, land, and wildlife.
Sacred Datura
Datura wrightii, commonly known as sacred datura, is a species of a poisonous perennial plant and ornamental flower.
Thin Leaf Yucca
Yucca angustissima is characterized by long, narrow leaves tapering to a sharp point topped by a spine.
Sagebrush Bush
Artemisia tridentata is an aromatic shrub from the family Asteraceae, which grows in arid and semi-arid conditions.
Juniper Bush
Junipers are coniferous trees and shrubs in the genus Juniperus of the cypress family Cupressaceae seen in New Mexico.
Our Events
13 May 2020
Albuquerque
May 13 Meeting: “Natives vs. Exotics: Reducing non-native plant species in urban landscapes”
Agenda:
- Opening Announcements
- New Mexico Native Plant Society Update
- Presentation
20 May 2020
Las Cruces
May 20 Meeting: “Diversity of form, function, and habitat in the Cactaceae”
Agenda:
- Opening Announcements
- New Mexico Native Plant Society Update
- Presentation
31 May 2020
Gila-Silver City
May 31 Meeting: “The Mycorrhizal Symbiosis: Essential To All Life On Earth”
Agenda:
- Opening Announcements
- New Mexico Native Plant Society Update
- Presentation