A Study on Creating a Landscape Plant Database at Amasya University Campuses

OpenAlex İngilizce

Universities are not only educational institutions, but also important urban centers contributing to social, cultural, economic, and ecological development. Their spatial structure requires holistic planning of open, semi-open, and enclosed spaces that combine functions such as accommodation, relaxation, dining, and recreation. Botanical design is a key component of this approach. Plants on campuses serve not only aesthetic purposes, but also regulate microclimate, support biodiversity, promote psychological healing, and create sustainable environments. This study identifies plant species on Amasya University campuses and processes the data in ArcGIS 10.8 to create a digital plant database. The database enhances traceability of campus plant diversity and provides a scientific basis for future landscape design, management, and planning. In the long term, it is also expected to support landscape management, plant maintenance, and ecological awareness initiatives.