electronic herbaria

Electronic herbaria are digital collections of plant specimens and related data, stored online for research and education. They provide a way to document the diversity of plant life by capturing images, descriptions, and geographical information about different species. These virtual repositories make it easier for scientists and the public to access and study plants without needing to visit physical herbarium collections. By facilitating collaboration and sharing of knowledge, electronic herbaria contribute to biodiversity conservation, ecological research, and the understanding of plant distribution and evolution in an increasingly digital world.