MLRA 112 - Cherokee Prairies Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma 59,410 km2 (22,940 mi2)

Potential Natural Vegetation:
The western part of this area supports tall grass prairie vegetation. Big bluestem, little bluestem, indiangrass, and switchgrass are the dominant species. The eastern part and the valleys in the western part support natural vegetation characterized by trees. Red oak, white oak, and shagbark hickory are major species. Islands of tall grass prairie vegetation are common.

12/16/98