Plant Recognition Group Workshop ‘Getting to know Banksias’

The next Plant Recognition Group workshop will focus on Banksia (family Proteaceae). Many species are planted in the Botanic Gardens, especially the garden outside the Banksia Centre that features species from WA. Dr Rosemary Purdie (Honorary Associate, Australian National Herbarium) will explain key identification features and terminology commonly used in flora keys, and depending on what’s in flower at the time in ANBG, will have selected samples available for participants to work with. Binocular microscopes, hand lenses and other aids for identification will be available for the workshop.

When:  1:30 – 3.30 pm on Monday 15 June 2026, with extra time for personal practice if you wish.

Where: Daniel Solander Room, Banksia Centre, ANBG

Booking ESSENTIAL: Please send your name and phone number to  plantname@friendsanbg.org.au   Seats are limited for this session, so booking ahead is mandatory.

Please advise at least a day in advance if you need to cancel your booking, so that a member on the waiting list can be offered the place.