Publications

The Great Lakes Botanist

A Journal of North American Botany

A scientific peer- reviewed journal which publishes articles of botanical interest for the Great Lakes region. Four issues per year are published. Individuals wishing to subscribe should go to the Membership Page. Institutions should go to the Subscription Page.

The Michigan Big Tree Register

This is the official listing of the biggest trees in Michigan.

Arisaema

The state newsletter. It is published biannually. Access to the newsletter is restricted to MBC members, to protect the locations of unusual plants and the privacy of our members.

Special Publications

A series of publications intended to acquaint members and the public with natural history subjects. Published on an irregular basis.

Michigan Botanical Society

The Native Plant Society for Michigan and the Great Lakes Region

The Michigan Botanical Club is the native plant society for Michigan. We are also home of the Michigan Big Tree Program.

The club was founded in 1941 and consists of five chapters.

The focus of the Michigan Botanical Club is:

Conservation of all native plants.

Education of the public to appreciate and preserve plant life.

Sponsorship of research and publication on plant life.

Sponsorship of legislation to promote preservation of Michigan native flora.

Establishment of suitable sanctuaries and natural areas.

Cooperation in programs concerned with the use and conservation of all natural resources and scenic features.