Nov 10, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2021-22

PBIO 2200 - Woody Plants


Identification of the woody plants (trees, shrubs, and vines), both native and non-native, found in the Midwest. Commercial, wildlife, and landscaping uses of each species will be reviewed.

Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 2.0 laboratory
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Ability to identify wood.
  • Evaluation of commercial and wildlife usage of woody species.
  • Identification of trees, shrubs, and vines of the Midwest.
  • Knowledge of native vs. non-native species and effects on biodiversity.
  • Understanding of morphological features necessary to identify woody plants.
  • Use of a botanical key to identify plants.
  • Use of woody plants in landscaping and horticulture.


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