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University of Arkansas Herbarium Preserves Arkansas Flora

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Jennifer Ogle, manager of the University of Arkansas Herbarium, sorts through decades-old plant specimens.
J. Froelich

The University of Arkansas Herbarium, established in 1875, houses the largest collection of preserved vascular plant specimens in the state. It's among eight herbaria in Arkansas, and over a hundred across the southeastern U.S., that serve as a centers for scientific research and botanical education. Manager Jennifer Ogle provides a tour of the newly relocated facility. An open house is scheduled for March 7. 

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Jacqueline Froelich is an investigative reporter and news producer for Ozarks at Large.