September 2007

Hello all and welcome newcomers:

As I have been shouting from the rooftops we are getting very close to circulating the main collection of the Arboretum Library to members of the Los Angeles Arboretum Foundation. I went for training last week on the software that will allow us to have an on-line catalog and a circulation system. Yesterday, I loaded my first records into the system and hope to load, today, the first group of records (bibliographic records, or the information on a catalog card) that we have received as a result of the Good Family Foundation grant. I have two wonderful interns from San Jose State University Library School helping me. Shakti Maisen and Megan Berru are helping me get this ready for you. We will need to load all our records we have in electronic format, barcode some more books and then I think we will be ready to go! Hopefully my next newsletter will announce that accomplishment. Keep tuned. Many thanks to those that have supported and encouraged this endeavor during my tenure here.

In the meantime, here is a list of some recent magazine articles and internet sites. If you are interested in an article, please let me know at Susan.Eubank@arboretum.org or at 626-821-3213 or in person. My new book list this month got all confused with the transition to on-line. Hope for its return in a new format next month!

Wetherbee, Kris, “Lemon-scented herbs.” American Gardener, v. 86, no. 3 (May/June 2007), p. 40-44.

Baggett, Pam, “Rudbeckias: a golden touch for gardens.” American Gardener, v. 86, no. 3 (May/June 2007), p. 28-33.

Kindolf, G.M., [et al] “Two decades of river restoration in California: what can we learn?” Restoration Ecology, v. 15, no. 3, p. 516-523.

Valladares, Fernando & Ernesto Gianoli, “How much ecology do we need to know to restore Mediterranean ecosystems?” Restoration Ecology, v. 15, no. 3, p. 363-368.

McMaster, Cameron, “A very grand flower: the great hairbell, Dierama grandiflorum.” Veld & Flora, v. 93, no.1 (Mar. 2007), p. 29-31.

Milius, Susan, “Not-so-elementary bee mystery: detectives sift clues in the case of the missing insects.” Science News, v. 172, no. 4 (July 28, 2007), p. 56-58.

Colemna, Ronald A., “Cypripediums of the west.” Orchid Digest, v. 71, no. 3 (July-Sept. 2007), p. 166-171.

Galloway, Willi Evans, “A garden with a view: charming cottages and a garden bursting with fresh produce that guests can harvest for themselves make California’s Mar Vista vacation retreat an inviting getaway spot for organic gardeners.” Organic Gardening, v. 54, no. 5 (Aug.-Oct. 2007), p. 64-69.

McIntyre, Linda, “Changing the channel: in Pasadena, landscape architects are working to show that even in Southern California, a river can run through a city.” Landscape Architecture, v. 97, no. 8 (Aug. 2007), p. 40, 42-44.

Martignoni, Jimena: Cliff-hangers: improbable stairs lead down to the surf on the Chilean coast.” Landscape Architecture, v. 97, no. 8 (Aug. 2007), p. 78-82.

Lavranos, John J., Bakolimalala Rakouth and Tom A. McCoy, “Aloe argyrostachys, a beautiful new species from the mountains of central Madagascar.” Bradleya: Yearbook of the British Cactus and Succulent Society, no. 25 (2007), p. 17-20.

Jacobs, Tom, “A key to the genus Conophytum N.E.Br.” Bradleya: Yearbook of the British Cactus and Succulent Society, no. 25 (2007), p. 21-32.

Nandha, Beena and Viswambharan Sarasan, “Micropropagation of Aloe calcairophila and Aloe polyphylla: the effect of different carbon sources on shoot multiplication and rooting.” Bradleya: Yearbook of the British Cactus and Succulent Society, no. 25 (2007), p. 33-36.

Calderón, Natalia, [et al], “Taxonomy and conservation of Haageocereus Backeb. (Cactaceae) in Peru.” Bradleya: Yearbook of the British Cactus and Succulent Society, no. 25 (2007), p. 45-124.

Wainwright-Evans, Suzanne, “Rove beetles: the new rage for fungus gnat control.” Interiorscape, v. 26, no. 4 (July-Aug 2007), p. 22-23.

“On protecting native bees from pesticides.” Hortideas, v. 24, no. 4 (July-Aug. 2007), p. 80-81.

Hinkley, Daniel J., “An array of restios: in pots or in the ground, these grassy South African plants contribute colorful texture.” Horticulture, v. 104, no. 6 (Aug.-Sept. 2007), p. 40-47.

White, Hazel, “Seeds-woman, Renee Shepard.” Horticulture, v. 104, no. 6 (Aug.-Sept. 2007), p. 60, 61.

Baggett, Pam, “Captivating cupheas: these uncommon annuals contribute big color in a multitude of blooms.” Horticulture, v. 104, no. 5 (June/July 2007), p. 34-39.

“Ecke and Armstrong growers strike agreement.” Growertalks, v. 71, no. 3 (July 2007), p. 10.

Shepherd, Renee, “Bold & beautiful zinnias: these classic annuals add zing to beds, containers, and bouquets with their vibrant colors and forms.” Fine Gardening, no. 116 (July-Aug. 2007), p. 28-34.

Farfán, Berenice [et al], “Mazahua ethnobotany and subsistence in the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve, Mexico.” Economic Botany, v. 61, no. 2 (June 2007), p. 173-191.

Mast, Austin R. and James L. Reveal, “Transfer of Dodecatheon to Primula (Primulaceae).” Brittonia, v. 59, no. 1 (Jan.-Mar. 2007), p. 79-82.

Price, Dana M., and Kelly Kindscher, “One hundred years of Echinacea angustifolia harvest in the Smoky Hills of Kansas, USA.” Economic Botany, v. 61, no. 1 (Spring 2007), p. 86-95.

Mathew, Brian, “Iris bloudowii,” Curtis’s Botanical Magazine, v. 24, pt. 1 (Feb. 2007), p. 30-33.

Hall, Tony, “Iris narynensis,” Curtis’s Botanical Magazine, v. 24, pt. 1 (Feb. 2007), p. 34-41.

Goldstein, Nora & Cristina Olivares, “What’s what and who’s who in compostable products: demand for sustainable packaging, established standards for compostability and biodegradability, and increasing number of organics diversion programs are driving demand for compostable products.” Biocycle, v. 48, no. 7 (July 2007), p. 38-47.

Garbelotto, Matteo, “Phosphite treatments to control sudden oak death in California oaks and tanoaks.” Arborist News, v. 16, no. 4 (Aug. 2007), p. 32-33.

Wolf, Kathleen L., “City trees and property values.” Arborist News, v. 16, no. 4 (Aug. 2007), p. 34-36.

Coder, Kim D., “Tree history: the early years [the evolutionary development of trees].” Arborist News, v. 16, no. 4 (Aug. 2007), p. 54-56.

Plumed, José and Bernabé Moya, “The care of palm trees.” Arborist News, v. 16, no. 4 (Aug. 2007), p. 64-66.

Hawke, Richard, “Thalictrum: a study of meadow rue.” Perennial Plants, (Spring 2007), p. 8-16, 19-21.

Hoyland, John, “Gorgeous & grounded [low growing & soft stemmed clematis].” Gardens Illustrated, no. 127, p. 68-75.

Lancaster, Roy, “Roy Lancaster’s choice of shrub for a summer-long display is Romneya coulteri, with its flouncing white petals and striking golden centre.” Gardens Illustrated, no. 127, p. 76-77.

Lehnert, Dick, “Online farmers’ market and CSA [community supported agriculture] extend the season year round.” The Vegetable Growers News, v. 41, no. 8 (Aug. 2007), p. 1, 24.

Milkovich, Matt, “UC Cooperative Extension battles back from budget cuts.” The Vegetable Growers News, v. 41, no. 8 (Aug. 2007), p. 3, 16, 21.

Hughes, Steph, “USDA introduces small lots of seed program.” Seed Savers, (2007 Summer ed.), p. 23.

Childs, Jim, “Extraordinary asters.” Garden Gate, no. 77 (Oct. 2007), p. 12-17.

www.calagtour.org

This website is a list of 700 agritourism operations in California. It is searchable by county, region and activity.

www.greenhour.org

This National Wildlife Federation effort to provide ideas for parent and children to spend one hour a day in “unstructured play and interaction with the natural world.” New suggestions appear weekly.

http://www.cnplx.info/

CNPLX is a collection of links to websites with information about California native plants, indexed by scientific name. These websites are arranged into two broad categories: Availability; nurseries that sell the plant & Horticulture; information about growing the plant

www.whatsthatbug.com

This is a very entertaining site that tries to identify any incoming bug picture. Through the years, it has become somewhat comprehensive with pictures and identifications.

Darwin 200

Website for activities for British naturalist Charles Darwin's "200th birthday in February 2009 ... [which] will begin in July 2008 by commemorating 150 years since Darwin first presented his theory to fellow scientists ... [and building] up to November 2009, which is the 150th anniversary of the publication of 'On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection.'" Provides a biography, links, and news about events and resources. From the Natural History Museum, London.
URL: http://www.darwin200.org/

Darwin 2009 Festival

Website for the August 2009 Cambridge, England, festival that will celebrate "the bicentenary of [Charles] Darwin's birth and the 150th anniversary of the publication of his seminal work 'On the Origin of Species.'" In addition to event listings, find descriptions and links to Darwin-related collections at Cambridge University, and a description of Darwin's time at Cambridge as a student. Some website sections are under construction. From Cambridge University Press.
URL: http://www.darwin2009.cam.ac.uk/

Wellcome Images

This site provides "free, unlimited access to two thousand years of mankind and medicine in pictures made available through Creative Commons Licence" from the collection of the Wellcome Library, U.K. The searchable and browsable collection of thousands of high-quality images includes anatomical images, rare books and manuscripts, posters, photos, and more. Also includes galleries on war, witchcraft, wellness, and other subjects. Prints are available for a fee. Try searching for things like “plants” or “medicinal plants.”
URL: http://medphoto.wellcome.ac.uk/

http://newfs.org/nps.htm

This is a up-to-date list of plant societies involved with native plants throughout the United States. It’s compiled by the New England Wild Flower Society.

http://conserveonline.org/faq/what_is_col

“ConserveOnline is a meeting place for the conservation community, open to anyone who wants to find or share information relevant to conservation science and practice. We encourage you to browse the public library and add your own documents, participate in the discussions, and create your own workspaces -- a small, easy-to-use website where you can describe the problems you are working on, solicit feedback, find experts, announce events, and so on. "The Nature Conservancy created and maintains ConserveOnline in collaboration with many partners. ConserveOnline is intended to help improve the practice of conservation across organizations and national boundaries."

Edible Flowers
This leaflet features a chart describing edible flowers and a general introduction to edible flowers with cautions and notes about growing and harvesting the flowers. Chart lists common and scientific names, flavor, color, and other comments. Some of the flowers listed include borage, calendula, chrysanthemum, marigold, nasturtium, and pineapple sage. From the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service.
URL: http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/hort/hil/hil-8513.html

California Air Resources Board: Climate Change
"This page provides information regarding [California Air Resources Board] ARB's climate change program pursuant to Assembly Bill 32." Includes background about AB 32 (the California Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006), fact sheets, event listings, news, and details about specific program areas such as emissions inventory and mandatory reporting, low carbon fuel, forestry climate protocols, landfill methane capture, and climate change early action measures. From the California Air Resources Board.
URL: http://www.arb.ca.gov/cc/cc.htm

Lost Indiana: In Grave Condition: John Chapman (AKA Johnny Appleseed)
Background about the tale of Johnny Appleseed, "a poor hobo who wandered all over the midwest planting apple trees as he went," and John Chapman, the "wealthy businessman" who inspired the tale. Includes links to the Harper's Monthly story from 1871 that inspired the Johnny Appleseed myth, and to other related sites. From a website that provides information about historical figures who are buried in Indiana.
URL: http://www.lostindiana.net/html/johnny_appleseed.html

Ecological Topics: Pollinators
Collection of resources on "the biology, ecology, conservation status, and threats to native pollinators, pollinator-dependent species, and pollinator habitats in the United States and abroad." Includes background about pollination (including plant features used by pollinators), descriptions of specific pollinator species (bees, birds, bats, and insects), material on conservation and on farming and gardening for pollinators, news and updates, teaching resources, and more. From the National Biological Information Infrastructure, administered by the U.S. Geological Survey.
URL: http://www.nbii.gov/portal/community/Communities/Ecological_Topics/Pol...

Pollinators: Our Future Flies on the Wings of Pollinators
Background about pollination and pollinators, animals or insects that assist in plant reproduction by transferring pollen from the male anther of a flower to the female stigma. Topics include specific pollinators (such as bees, birds, and bats), pollinator syndrome traits, environmental benefits and cultural importance of pollination, and pollinator conservation (such as gardening practices and building native bee nesting blocks). Provides images and related website links. From the USDA Forest Service Rangeland Management Botany Program.
URL: http://www.fs.fed.us/wildflowers/pollinators/

Resources on Pollinators
Collection of resources about pollination and the importance of pollinators: "About three-quarters of the world's flowering plants and at least 90 food crops eaten in North America depend on pollinators." Features a chart of pollinator species (with fun facts, population status, and favorite flowers), a list of plants for attracting pollinators, a podcast on pollinators in crisis, news and updates, and related links. From the National Academy of Sciences Division on Earth and Life Studies.
URL: http://dels.nas.edu/pollinators/

Susan C. Eubank

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