Species are becoming imperiled due to the loss of their habitats.

Native plants are essential for the survival of threatened and endangered animals. They provide more habitat and food for native wildlife than invasive species that overtake American lawns and forests.

What is a native plant?

Native plants are indigenous to where they currently grow. In order for a plant to be considered native, it cannot be introduced intentionally or unintentionally by humans. Native plants have evolved and lived for thousands of years in a defined geographic region. Some native plants have adapted to such specific habitats that they can only be found in an extremely limited range.

Habitat & Propagation Research

During our field research, we encounter uncommon, rare, and threatened native plant species. We thoroughly document these findings and submit the information to state botanists and ecology experts. Our propagation research is ongoing as we explore and document the germination requirements of native species found throughout the region as well as differences between ecotypes.

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August 30, 2017

Dr. Benjamin M. Burton

Oakland, New Jersey

Dear Dr. Burton,

Thank you for sharing your views on energy and environmental policy.

My Administration is strongly committed to environmental protection, including keeping our air and water clean and being good stewards of our environment. This requires all of us to do our part, and I want to thank you for your commitment to preserving our environment for future generations.

As we continue to protect our environment, we must also ensure that American workers have greater opportunities to provide for their families. That is why my Administration is also committed to protecting American workers and American companies from unnecessary regulatory burdens. Going forward, regulations must balance our stewardship of the environment with the needs of a growing economy.

Thank you again for sharing your views. As President, I am committed to unleashing America’s economic potential, while also protecting the environment. I am confident that together we can preserve America’s natural blessings for future generations.

Sincerely,

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