Science Connections: Explore the World of Plants

Join USDA Plant Genetic Resources Unit for four interactive displays all about plants:

Plant Pathology Display
“Plants Get Sick Too”: Have you ever seen a grape catch a cold? Probably not, but plants can be infected with fungi, bacteria, and viruses just like we can. Take a look at some different plant pathogens under a microscope, and learn how we help plants fight disease.

National Plant Germplasm System (NPGS) Diversity Display
“Where in the World?”: Our favorite fruits and vegetables come from all over the world. Learn about where different plants originate, and test your skills to match them to their homes.

Seeds Display
“Plant-A-Seed!”: Learn about what seeds are, how they grow, and come plant your own seeds to take home.

Grape Leaf Morphology Display
“Wild Grapes in North America”: Learn about grape leaf morphology and diversity. We’ll make color imprints of the leaves to better see how leaves can look very different while still being from the same plant type.