Regrowth and Resilience
We’re finding an abundance of fire-following plants in previously mature forests and shrublands across the Central Coast.
Plant Science
Bringing citizens and experts together
CNPS is proud to be a conservation organization grounded in science. For six decades, CNPS has led the study and understanding of California’s native plants. From field guidelines and vegetation reports to the foundational Rare Plant Inventory and ranking system, CNPS serves as a daily resource for government agency staff, academics, and students. Today, CNPS and its partners are expanding that knowledge base with exciting new projects in big data mapping, locally rare species, and citizen science. Please consider supporting our efforts today!
Saving What Matters Most
CNPS is leading an ambitious effort to create California’s first conservation index for plants. Region by region we’re pulling together the experts and data needed to protect vital species and places for generations to come. See what’s happening near you!
Plant Science Programs and Resources
Rare Plants
Learn about our current work in rare plant review, ranking, and rescue that’s engaging citizen scientists and PhDs alike.
Vegetation Program
See how we’re working to understand and save entire habitats surrounding our most sensitive species.
In the Field
Access best practice forms and resources for your work.
Rare Plant Status Review Forum
Sign up to be a participating member of the review forum.
From the Blog
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Post-Fire Mapping and Report Provide Insights for Southern Sierra
Before and after fine-scale vegetation maps now complete for BLM wildfire areas in the southern Sierra Nevada. -
Recovery & Monitoring of Central Coast Vegetation
In 2021, CNPS staff, volunteers, and students spent six weeks conducting vegetation assessments in five state parks post-fire.