Collection Type: Preserved Specimens
Management: Live Data managed directly within data portal
Last Update: 4 December 2023
Global Unique Identifier: 3818e471-b6a4-11e8-b408-001a64db2964
Digital Metadata:EML File
Founded in 1945 by Dr. Carl Sharsmith, the herbarium at San Jose State University houses a collection of more than 18,500 dried plant specimens. Many specimens were collected over Dr. Sharsmith's long career as a university professor and natural history ranger at Yosemite National Park. The collection is actively curated with approximately 500 new specimens being added every year.