Sci Data August 2021 PMID 34389730

The World Checklist of Vascular Plants, a continuously updated resource for exploring global plant diversity.

Rafaël Govaerts, Eimear Nic Lughadha, Nicholas Black, Robert Turner, Alan Paton

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Peak: 2 in Aug 2023
across 5 sources since Sep 2020

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4,576
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Sep 2020 – May 2025

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What people are saying

Discussions highlight the resource’s comprehensive and continually updated nature, with mentions of its value for conservation and research; tone emphasizes its significance with phrases like 'crucial tool' and 'game-changing for plant diversity studies,' reflecting enthusiasm and recognition of impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussants recognize the importance and reliability of the resource, supporting its role in advancing plant research.

InterestHigh interest

Discussions show high enthusiasm and curiosity about the database's utility and comprehensive nature.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific aspects like data validation, updates, and global collaboration, indicating active participation.

ImpactModerate impact

The portrayal of the resource as a key tool suggests it could significantly influence plant science, biodiversity conservation, and international research efforts.

Abstract in brief

  • The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP) is a comprehensive, continuously updated online database that lists scientifically described plant species, developed over 40 years through expert review of scientific literature, databases, herbaria, and observations.
  • WCVP is a key resource for plant research, conservation, and sustainable use, providing access to browsing, searching, downloading data, and detailed information on accepted species, synonyms, and bibliographic references, ensuring data transparency and quality through strict validation and international standards.
  • The resource aims to promote data sharing and reuse among researchers and global initiatives like GBIF and World Flora Online by documenting its data collection processes, structure, and updates, while also responding to common user questions to maximize utility and scientific accuracy.]

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HIRO. Morison
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@uluwehi_knecht Govaerts, R., Nic Lughadha, E., Black, N., Turner, R. & Paton, A. (2021). The World Checklist of Vascular Plants, a continuously updated resource for exploring global plant diversity. https://t.co/d8bXnDOImQ. Scientific Data 8: 215. ----------------

Dec 5, 2022 · 30 followers View post →

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HIRO. Morison
@HIRO_Morison · X

@uluwehi_knecht Govaerts, R., Nic Lughadha, E., Black, N., Turner, R. & Paton, A. (2021). The World Checklist of Vascular Plants, a continuously updated resource for exploring global plant diversity. https://t.co/d8bXnDOImQ. Scientific Data 8: 215. ----------------

Dec 5, 2022 · 30 followers View post →