Dendrology
Dendrology
Dendrology (pronounced den-dro-lo-gee) is the scientific study of woody plants, more specifically, their taxonomic classifications. The term originates from the Greek words "dendron" meaning tree, and "logia" meaning study of.
Dendrology is often confused with, but is not the same as, botany. While both are involved in the study of plants, botany is the general study of all types of plants, while dendrology focuses specifically on woody plants such as trees and shrubs.
History
The study of dendrology has been a significant part of human history, with early civilizations using trees for various purposes such as construction, fuel, and medicine. The formal study of dendrology, however, began in the 18th century with the work of Carl Linnaeus, a Swedish botanist who developed a system for classifying plants.
Branches of Dendrology
There are several branches of dendrology, including:
- Silviculture: The practice of controlling the growth, composition, and quality of forests.
- Forest ecology: The study of the patterns and processes involving the interaction of organisms with their environment in forests.
- Arboriculture: The cultivation, management, and study of individual trees, shrubs, vines, and other perennial woody plants.
See Also
References
- The Study of Trees and Shrubs: A Field Guide to Dendrology. (2018). New York: Oxford University Press.
- Dendrology: Cones, Flowers, Fruits and Seeds. (2019). London: Springer.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dendrology
- Wikipedia's article - Dendrology
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