Gene Bank
In 1979 the Arboretum created a gene bank for all known populations of rare woody plants in Ontario. There are currently over 20 species that have much of their genetic diversity archived here. For example the endangered Canadian Cucumber Tree (Magnolia acuminata) has genetic information that is preserved here. The goal of this project has been to monitor and preserve the status of these rare woody plants and to inform landowners of them.
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