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Plant Finders
Want to search for plants by name or category, or simply browse an alphabetized list? Check out the plant finders first.
The Texas Tech University Plant Resource Database serves as a reference for selecting, identifying, and learning about plants that are well-suited or commonly grown in the West Texas Panhandle.
Want to search for plants by name or category, or simply browse an alphabetized list? Check out the plant finders first.
Looking to identify a plant by its flower, fruit, foliage, or bark? Try the image galleries for visual collections from the database.
If you have particular site conditions or plant characteristics you're looking for, check out the plant lists. From plants that will tolerate shade to trees with fall color, the lists highlight species in the database which might meet your specific needs.
Want to see these plants on the Texas Tech University campus or in the Lubbock community? Our interactive plant location map can help you find examples in person.
In addition to accessing West Texas plant photos and information, you might also want to check out our other resources:
The TTU Plant Resource Database is an ever-growing project, and there are several new branches (zing!) in the works: