Dr. Lyn Gettys

Aquatic and Wetland Plants

Dr. Gettys conducts research on the aquatic and wetland plants that are found in Florida and the southeastern United States. Her research on invasive plants focuses on the biology, ecology and control of introduced exotic species. Her native plant research includes propagation, nursery production, habitat restoration techniques, and using plants for phytoremediation. She also maintains a collection of native and exotic plants for teaching and demonstration purposes

• Education

  PhD, Plant Genetics and Breeding, University of Florida 2005
  MS, Plant Breeding, North Carolina State University, 2000
  BS, Environmental Horticulture, University of Florida, 1996