A Floristic Study of a Private Property Lot in Suburban Franklin, Tennessee

Publication Date

Spring 3-2026

Presentation Length

Poster/Gallery presentation

College

College of Sciences & Mathematics

Department

Biology, Department of

Student Level

Undergraduate

Faculty Mentor

Darlene Panvini

Presentation Type

Article

Summary

The Homegrown National Park concept brings attention to the biodiversity crisis by encouraging people to plant natives and remove invasive species on their properties to “extend national parks to our yards and communities.” Many homeowners may already have a wide variety of species on their property yet be unaware of the rich floral species in their yards. Suburban lots in Franklin, Tennessee, on the outskirts of Nashville, can boast a wide variety of different plant species. A floristic study of a 2-acre parcel of partially forested property was conducted in January-April 2026 using weekly timed meanders. The lot consists of mostly native, wild species with some landscaped cultivars. All observed species were identified and catalogued, with specimens collected and added to the herbarium at Belmont University. Over 100 plant species were identified. A description of the site, list of plant families, information on unique and interesting species, and suggestions for enhancing biodiversity on the property will be presented. Studies such as this can be helpful to catalog biodiversity on private property while raising awareness about the loss of biodiversity in urbanized areas.

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