Using the Rare Plant Inventory Advanced Search
Using the RPI's advanced search allows you to unlock even more capabilities! List/Rank, Location, Biology, and more.
Native Plant Education
Opening doors, expanding minds
To know native plants is to want to protect them. That’s why education has been a central part of the CNPS mission for more than 50 years. The CNPS Education Program supports a wide range of activities and resources that inspire students, engage the public, and foster new generations of native plant professionals.
Restoring Nature’s Relationships
Did you miss the CNPS 2018 Conservation Conference? Watch Behavioral Ecologist Doug Tallamy’s stirring opening plenary on the urgent need for native plant landscapes.
Education projects and resources
Rare Plant Treasure Hunt
Get involved in the original citizen science effort to help California’s rarest plants.
Plant Science Workshops
See a full list of upcoming CNPS workshops for professionals and lay people alike.
2022 Conference
Restoring Connections to Plants, Place & People
Students
From educational grants and research to children’s activities, we’ve got you covered.
Education Resources
Peruse our full collection of helpful downloads, tools, websites, and more!
Field Trips and Talks
Join the fun at CNPS chapter hike, tour, or talk near you! See upcoming events.
Become a Member!
Members receive free subscriptions to all CNPS publications, including Fremontia journal, Flora magazine, and local chapter newsletters.
Latest news and stories
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How to Search the Rare Plant Inventory
Over one-third of California’s flora is considered rare. Learn expert tips to search the RPI to prepare a list of rare plant species for a project. -
Protecting California’s Renowned Plant Diversity
What will it take to protect plant diversity in California? CNPS Biodiversity Initiatives Director Andrea Williams weighs in.