Herbarium Specimens

Herbarium specimens are dried and preserved plant samples collected for scientific study. Each specimen typically includes a pressed plant mounted on a sheet of paper, labeled with information such as the plant’s name, location, date of collection, and collector's details. These specimens serve as important records for research in botany, ecology, and conservation, helping scientists identify and classify plants, study their distributions, and understand biodiversity. Herbariums are like libraries for plants, preserving samples that can be referenced for years to come.