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Species Recovery for Plants and Fungi

Plantlife is leading recovery work of threatened species. We share our expertise in habitat management best practices in encouraging wild plants and fungi to grow and thrive.

Our recent work is guidance to support local authorities in Scotland in designing Nature Networks that deliver for plants, fungi, and planet.

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Our Work

UK Network for Fungal Conservation
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UK Network for Fungal Conservation

This new collaborative network between statutory bodies, research institutes, conservation NGOs and other fungal conservation professionals, is a huge step forward for fungal conservation.

Global Strategy for Fungal Conservation
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Global Strategy for Fungal Conservation

The missing piece of our global conservation work, fungal conservation.

Species and Nature Champions

Species and Nature Champions

Meet the politicians who are working with Plantlife as Species and Nature Champions to see plants and fungi better represented in policy and action. 

Blogs

Discovering the Daisy – the Unsung Hero of Your Garden
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Discovering the Daisy – the Unsung Hero of Your Garden

Join us on a journey to discover the Daisy – from fun facts to folklore!

Good News for Nature – 10 Good News Stories for Plants and Fungi From 2025!
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Good News for Nature – 10 Good News Stories for Plants and Fungi From 2025!

Join us as we take a look back at what went right for nature in 2025. 

Rare Wild Orchid Brought Back From Brink of Extinction

Rare Wild Orchid Brought Back From Brink of Extinction

After decades of brilliant conservation work, the rare and eye-catching Fen Orchid is officially no longer considered threatened in Great Britain.

Downloadable Management Guides