SCIEN 101 – Environmental Science
Tree Classification Worksheet
Group Name: ________________________ Date: ________________________
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Instructions:
Research each assigned tree species using the credible sources listed below.
Fill in the table with accurate information based on your findings.
Justify your classification with supporting evidence.
Create a presentation in presenting your findings.
Credible Online Sources for Research:
1. iNaturalist – [Link]
2. Philippine Native Plants Conservation Society (PNPCSI) – [Link]
3. Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Biodiversity
Resources – [Link]
4. International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List –
[Link]
5. Global Invasive Species Database (GISD) – [Link]/gisd/
6. The Plant List (for scientific names and classification) – [Link]
Tree Classification Table
Classification
Physical Supporting
(Native, Endemic, Uses &
Common Scientific Characteristics Evidence
Introduced, Ecological
Name Name (Leaf Shape, (Source
Invasive, Significance
Bark, Fruit, etc.) Used)
Cosmopolitan)
Large, deciduous National tree of
DENR
Example: Pterocarpu tree; yellow flowers; the Philippines;
Native Biodiversity
Narra s indicus reddish-brown used for timber
Database
wood and medicine
Group Reflection Questions:
1. Which tree classification was the most challenging to determine? Why?
2. How do invasive species affect native ecosystems?
3. Why is it important to conserve endemic species?
4. What steps can we take to protect native and endemic trees?