For the preservation, conservation, and study of native plants in their habitats; the promotion of knowledge of their utilization; and the education of the public about the values of native plants and their habitats.
The 2026 Annual Native Plant Conference is scheduled for March 6th-8th, 2026
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Ways You Can Help
How You Can Take Action
There are several ways you can take action to help protect Louisiana's Native Plants.
Certify in the LCH Program
Learn how you can join the Louisiana Certified Habitat program.
Make a Donation
Your contribution to our nonprofit organization helps protect native plants.
Photo by Eric Vanburgen
Upcoming Events
See a calendar of Louisiana plant-related events happening soon.
Learn More About The Louisiana Native Plant Society
About LNPS
The Louisiana Native Plant Society is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to the protection of, education about, and the propagation of the state’s diverse native flora.
Native Plants of Louisiana
A Native plant is a species that evolved under the same or similar evolutionary pressures as the surrounding native plants of the area in which it resides
LCH Program
The goal of this program is to encourage property owners and managers to increase and protect the ecological value of their land to benefit wildlife and natural systems.
Join LNPS
Membership in this society is open to anyone interested in native plants. To become a member and receive our quarterly newsletter, pay and apply online.
Louisiana Native Plant Photo Gallery
You Can Help Louisiana's Native Plants
Learn more how you can take part in helping the native plants and animals of Louisiana.