Can’t see the forest from the trees? Morgan Jansing, science education doctoral student at TCU, recommends opening your eyes and stopping to smell the roses—or Texas bluebonnets.
In an interview on WFAA's Good Morning Texas, Jansing, who also serves as director of school programs at Fort Worth Botanic Garden, shed light on an often-overlooked blind spot: plant blindness. This phenomenon leads people to ignore plants in their environment, which can lead to ecological and environmental consequences that impact conservation and awareness.
Jansing explains, “Plant blindness is not just about not seeing the plants around us—it's about failing to recognize their vital role in our ecosystems." Her research and professional work promotes integration of plant awareness into education curriculum to foster a conservation-minded generation.
Jansing’s interview comes as plant blindness research gains traction amid rising trends in environmental education aimed at promoting sustainable living practices.
Watch the full interview and explore the significance of our green surroundings on WFAA's Good Morning Texas.
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