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Description and keys of northern Ontario genera


This contains genus descriptions and keys to genera with several species native to northern Ontario. Comparison charts have also been developed so that the traits of similar species may be compared. Distribution charts have also been added for those genera where information on the species' ranges will assist in identification. Descriptions, keys, and comparison charts will be added for the genera listed below. As descriptions are uploaded, the genus name will be linked to the description page and keys.

  • Acer (maples)
  • Aster (including Symphyotrichum, Eurybia, and Oclemena)
  • Cornus (dogwoods) – added June 28, 2006
  • Equisetum (horsetails) – added April, 2007
  • Fraxinus (ashes)
  • Lonicera (honeysuckles) – added July 04, 2006
  • Pyrola (pyrolas and wintergreens)
  • Ribes (gooseberries and currants) – added June 28, 2006
  • Vaccinium (blueberries, bilberries, and cranberries) – added June 28, 2006
  • Viburnum (viburnums)
  • Viola (violets) – added June 19, 2006
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