Trees, wildflowers and plants: general interest Books
MP-VIR Uni of Virginia Novel Cultivations Plants in British Literature
Book SynopsisSituated in a mid-Victorian moment of frenetic plant collecting from the far reaches of the British empire, Novel Cultivations recognises plants as vital and sentient subjects that serve - often more so than people - as actors and narrative engines in the nineteenth-century novel.
£23.36
University of Arizona Press The Organ Pipe Cactus
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£15.15
The University of Arizona Press Ecology of Sonoran Desert Plants and Plant Communities Century Collection
£28.46
University of Arizona Press Moveable Gardens
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£31.46
University of Arizona Press Pyrocene Park
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£13.56
University of Arizona Press In the Arms of Saguaros
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£32.21
The University of Alabama Press Poisonous Plants and Venomous Animals of Alabama and Adjoining States
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£28.45
The University of Alabama Press André Michaux in North America
Book SynopsisKnown to today's biologists primarily as the “Michx”, at the end of more than 700 plant names, Andre Michaux was an intrepid French naturalist. Straddling the fields of documentary editing, history of the early republic, history of science, botany, and American studies, this book is the first complete English edition of Michaux's American journals.Trade ReviewMichaux is fascinating [but] largely unknown. All of the available works on Michaux are valuable for scholars seeking to understand him as well as the early environment of the South. [Yet] all have limitations.. The present effort—translations with annotations - will remedy the lack of a solid edition of Michaux's work.. The editors have done an excellent job in gathering material and presenting their work." - Kathryn E. Holland Braund, author of Tohopeka: Rethinking the Creek War and the War of 1812"AndrÉ Michaux in North America brings together a wealth of material from the many worlds of early American natural history. This book is a massive undertaking, invaluable and sure to serve as a lasting resource on the transatlantic culture of scientific discovery." - Thomas Hallock, coeditor of Travels on the St. Johns River: John Bartram and William Bartra "In 1785, the great French botanist was sent to America as the official representative of King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette to obtain plants, especially trees, of the New World for the King's garden at Versailles. In 1794, he climbed Grandfather Mountain and wrote in his journal, 'Reached the summit of the highest mountain in North America and with my companion and guide, sang the Marseillaise and shouted "Long Live America and the Republic of France, long live Liberty! To Michaux, it was the top of the visible world and the perfect place to celebrate the triumph of freedom. Michaux was fascinated by the surrounding forest array of unique flora. Michaux's personal relationships with Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and George Washington helped imbue him with a love of independence." - Text on museum display panel at Grandfather Mountain in North CarolinaTable of Contents List of Illustrations Foreword by James E. McClellan III Preface Acknowledgments List of Abbreviations Introduction: Biographical Sketch Chapter 1. Arrival in New York, November 1785, and Relocation to Charleston, September 1786 Chapter 2. Initial Journeys from Charleston, 1787 Chapter 3. Exploring Florida, 1788 Chapter 4. Exploring in the Carolinas, Georgia, and the Bahamas, 1788-1789 Chapter 5. Charleston to New York, 1789 Chapter 6. Charleston Interlude, 1790-1791 Chapter 7. Journey to Canada, 1792 Chapter 8. Journey into the Canadian Wilderness, 1792 Chapter 9. Philadelphia, Western Expeditions Considered, 1793 Chapter 10. Kentucky Journey for Genet, 1793 Chapter 11. North Carolina Mountains, 1794 Chapter 12. Journey West to the Mississippi River, 1795 Chapter 13. Kaskaskia to Charleston, December 1795-April 1796 Chapter 14. Charleston, Spring and Summer 1796 Chapter 15. Return Voyage to France and Shipwreck, August 1796-January 1797 Epilogue: Michaux's Last Years, 1797-1802 Appendix: Plant and Animal Indexes Notes Bibliography Index
£42.26
LUP - University of Georgia Press The American Chestnut
Book SynopsisTells the story of the American chestnut from Native American prehistory through the Civil War and the Great Depression. Davis documents the tree’s impact on nineteenth-and early twentieth-century American life, including the decorative and culinary arts.
£42.26
University of Georgia Press The Forest That Fire Made An Introduction to the
Book SynopsisLongleaf pine forests are an iconic forest of the southeastern United States. With this guide, John McGuire, Carol Denhof, and Byron Levan reveal the forest’s unique characteristics by shining a light on its inhabitants, the ecological processes that are necessary for their survival, and how we as humans play a role in shaping this ecosystem.
£27.50
Ohio University Press Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees
Book SynopsisIn this companion volume to the bestselling The Midwestern Native Garden: Native Alternatives to Nonnative Flowers and Plants, Charlotte Adelman and Bernard L. Schwartz offer another indispensible guide to replacing nonnative plants with native alternatives.Trade Review“It will be difficult to pry this second ‘Gardening Alternatives’ book out of most Midwestern gardeners’ hands.…The authors make it so easy for us to grow our own personal piece of paradise—to respect and relish our glorious Midwestern roots. This isn’t a book that will gather dust on a bookshelf. Start digging.” * Chicagoland Gardening *“A great book to take to the garden center, Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees is organized so you can look up any woody plant in question and find recommended native plants with similar ornamental and cultural attributes, along with a description of their ecological benefits and some fun facts. The photography is extensive but not overly polished, aptly showcasing the simple beauty of native plants in real-life landscapes.” * Fine Gardening *“With power and a sense of urgency, the preface of the book explains its rationale.…The authors [have the] ability to make things small, [communicating] important concepts with an economy of words. The introduction expands upon the theme and is well-reasoned, wonderfully written and compelling―very compelling.…This book fills a very large gap; I know of none like it.” * The Prairie Promoter *“Beautifully illustrated…[Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees] demonstrates how native woody plants, often ignored or underrepresented in the horticultural trade, not only form the backbone of a functioning habitat but serve as life-giving agents to birds, and a vast array of beneficial insects…As part of [Audubon Great Lakes]'s Plants for Birds campaign, we at Audubon urge Midwesterners to secure a copy of [this book] and put its concepts into practice. The survival of our region's birds depends on human creations of gardens, yards, and landscapes resplendent with native herbaceous and woody species.” * Audubon Great Lakes *“One of the most important … reference books recently published is Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees: Gardening Alternatives to Nonnative Species… An extraordinary amount of information is found in this guide, including extensive descriptions of hundreds of non-native plants and their native alternatives to plant in your yard.” * The Plain Dealer *“[Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees] should be a staple in your home library. For any reader looking to transform their yard into a natural landscape with native shrubs and trees, it’s the only book you'll need as you start planning your new yard … It allows you to not only pick shrubs and trees based on their looks, but also on their value to birds and pollinators.” * Wild Ones Journal *“This companion to The Midwestern Native Garden offers suggestions to those seeking native woody alternatives to non-native ornamental shrubs and trees. Adelman and Schwartz divided the book into four seasons; each lists non-native plants but following each entry, at least one native woody species is listed that resembles the non-native plant in height, features and cultivation needs. Photos and illustrations are included on every page, which provide a necessary visual for the native plants suggested by the authors.” * USA Today *“A comprehensive and ambitious undertaking… Meticulously researched and annotated, this in-depth guide synthesizes a vast body of knowledge on subjects ranging from native and nonnative woody plants to biodiversity, lepidopterology (study of butterflies and moths), and ornithology (study of birds).” * The Gardener’s Path *“I found (Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees) fascinating, with non-native species listed in red and the descriptions of native alternatives for each in green…. I certainly didn’t appreciate (the importance of trees like) the American hornbeam as a host until I picked up a copy…. As a lover of nature, I've become much more likely to choose native trees and shrubs.” * Omaha World-Herald *“Profusely and beautiful illustrated with full color photography throughout, and impressively comprehensive, exceptionally informative, extraordinarily well written, and thoroughly user-friendly in organization and presentation… Strongly recommended for professional, community, and academic library Midwestern gardening, horticultural, and conservation collections [and] the personal reading lists of landscapers, gardeners, and non-specialist general readers with an interest in the subject.” * Midwest Book Review *“Adelman and Schwartz have created a marvelous reference [for] what trees and shrubs should be in our yards and why.” * Garden Clubs of Illinois *“Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees…is packed with information and photos about native Midwestern plants and the species that benefit from them—primarily insects and birds…. With this in mind, [Adelman and Schwartz] dive in, dividing the book into seasons of the year as a way to introduce the benefits of native trees and shrubs.” * The Mike Nowak Show *“[Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees is] an indispensible guide to replacing nonnative plants with native alternatives with a focus on native woody species that are the backbone of our gardens and landscapes.” * Gardening Know How *“For nature lovers, artists at heart or homeowners who simply want low-maintenance landscapes, the authors make a convincing case.” * Columbus Dispatch *“Native landscapes are going strong in our area....There are some native tree and shrub proponents in our area who have published a book. What I love about it is the tree you see on the cover is Malus ioensis, Iowa Prairie Crab....[It's] great to be on the front of a curve.” * Byron Nursery *“This is a complete reference book.…Aside from specifying ornamental attributes, the authors include ‘Nature Notes’ to indicate species of butterflies, birds, and other pollinators that are attracted to the native shrub or tree.” * Accent on Natural Landscaping *“Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees [is] such an impressive publication! It is beautifully written and illustrated and … a great practical guide. [Adelman and Schwartz] have given our region another powerful conservation tool.” * Openlands *“Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees points out that there is more to gardening than meets the eye. The authors observe that planting shrubs and trees to do double duty is the way of the future in North America.” * Blazing Star: Newsletter of the North American Native Plant Society *“[Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees] rightly points out that woody species are the backbone of our gardens and landscapes. Moreover, they are critical reproduction sites and sources of food and shelter for a huge variety of butterflies, birds, and other wildlife. For those of us interested in promoting the return of declining species, native shrubs and trees are an essential part of the ecosystem.” * The Wetlands Initiative *“A nice touch in the latest book is explaining what trees and shrubs can give back within each season. What flowers in the spring and summer? What gives us beautiful leaf color in the fall? And what interesting bark, decorative shapes and evergreens can perk up your yard in the dead of winter?...Pick any tree or shrub in your yard. You'll find out whether it's native or not if you look it up in their latest book.” * Mom, I think I'm Poignant! *“The preface and introduction alone set this book apart. Those few pages unfurl revelations … Like no other, the book points to human failure to anticipate the repercussions of widespread importation and cultivation of alien plants as replacements for natives. The authors deliver much more than the title promises.” * The Cavity Conservation Initiative *
£21.59
Ohio University Press Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees
Book SynopsisIn this companion volume to the bestselling The Midwestern Native Garden: Native Alternatives to Nonnative Flowers and Plants, Charlotte Adelman and Bernard L. Schwartz offer another indispensible guide to replacing nonnative plants with native alternatives.Trade Review“It will be difficult to pry this second ‘Gardening Alternatives’ book out of most Midwestern gardeners’ hands.…The authors make it so easy for us to grow our own personal piece of paradise—to respect and relish our glorious Midwestern roots. This isn’t a book that will gather dust on a bookshelf. Start digging.” * Chicagoland Gardening *“A great book to take to the garden center, Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees is organized so you can look up any woody plant in question and find recommended native plants with similar ornamental and cultural attributes, along with a description of their ecological benefits and some fun facts. The photography is extensive but not overly polished, aptly showcasing the simple beauty of native plants in real-life landscapes.” * Fine Gardening *“With power and a sense of urgency, the preface of the book explains its rationale.…The authors [have the] ability to make things small, [communicating] important concepts with an economy of words. The introduction expands upon the theme and is well-reasoned, wonderfully written and compelling―very compelling.…This book fills a very large gap; I know of none like it.” * The Prairie Promoter *“Beautifully illustrated…[Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees] demonstrates how native woody plants, often ignored or underrepresented in the horticultural trade, not only form the backbone of a functioning habitat but serve as life-giving agents to birds, and a vast array of beneficial insects…As part of [Audubon Great Lakes]'s Plants for Birds campaign, we at Audubon urge Midwesterners to secure a copy of [this book] and put its concepts into practice. The survival of our region's birds depends on human creations of gardens, yards, and landscapes resplendent with native herbaceous and woody species.” * Audubon Great Lakes *“One of the most important … reference books recently published is Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees: Gardening Alternatives to Nonnative Species… An extraordinary amount of information is found in this guide, including extensive descriptions of hundreds of non-native plants and their native alternatives to plant in your yard.” * The Plain Dealer *“[Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees] should be a staple in your home library. For any reader looking to transform their yard into a natural landscape with native shrubs and trees, it’s the only book you'll need as you start planning your new yard … It allows you to not only pick shrubs and trees based on their looks, but also on their value to birds and pollinators.” * Wild Ones Journal *“This companion to The Midwestern Native Garden offers suggestions to those seeking native woody alternatives to non-native ornamental shrubs and trees. Adelman and Schwartz divided the book into four seasons; each lists non-native plants but following each entry, at least one native woody species is listed that resembles the non-native plant in height, features and cultivation needs. Photos and illustrations are included on every page, which provide a necessary visual for the native plants suggested by the authors.” * USA Today *“A comprehensive and ambitious undertaking… Meticulously researched and annotated, this in-depth guide synthesizes a vast body of knowledge on subjects ranging from native and nonnative woody plants to biodiversity, lepidopterology (study of butterflies and moths), and ornithology (study of birds).” * The Gardener’s Path *“I found (Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees) fascinating, with non-native species listed in red and the descriptions of native alternatives for each in green…. I certainly didn’t appreciate (the importance of trees like) the American hornbeam as a host until I picked up a copy…. As a lover of nature, I've become much more likely to choose native trees and shrubs.” * Omaha World-Herald *“Profusely and beautiful illustrated with full color photography throughout, and impressively comprehensive, exceptionally informative, extraordinarily well written, and thoroughly user-friendly in organization and presentation… Strongly recommended for professional, community, and academic library Midwestern gardening, horticultural, and conservation collections [and] the personal reading lists of landscapers, gardeners, and non-specialist general readers with an interest in the subject.” * Midwest Book Review *“Adelman and Schwartz have created a marvelous reference [for] what trees and shrubs should be in our yards and why.” * Garden Clubs of Illinois *“Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees…is packed with information and photos about native Midwestern plants and the species that benefit from them—primarily insects and birds…. With this in mind, [Adelman and Schwartz] dive in, dividing the book into seasons of the year as a way to introduce the benefits of native trees and shrubs.” * The Mike Nowak Show *“[Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees is] an indispensible guide to replacing nonnative plants with native alternatives with a focus on native woody species that are the backbone of our gardens and landscapes.” * Gardening Know How *“For nature lovers, artists at heart or homeowners who simply want low-maintenance landscapes, the authors make a convincing case.” * Columbus Dispatch *“Native landscapes are going strong in our area....There are some native tree and shrub proponents in our area who have published a book. What I love about it is the tree you see on the cover is Malus ioensis, Iowa Prairie Crab....[It's] great to be on the front of a curve.” * Byron Nursery *“This is a complete reference book.…Aside from specifying ornamental attributes, the authors include ‘Nature Notes’ to indicate species of butterflies, birds, and other pollinators that are attracted to the native shrub or tree.” * Accent on Natural Landscaping *“Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees [is] such an impressive publication! It is beautifully written and illustrated and … a great practical guide. [Adelman and Schwartz] have given our region another powerful conservation tool.” * Openlands *“Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees points out that there is more to gardening than meets the eye. The authors observe that planting shrubs and trees to do double duty is the way of the future in North America.” * Blazing Star: Newsletter of the North American Native Plant Society *“[Midwestern Native Shrubs and Trees] rightly points out that woody species are the backbone of our gardens and landscapes. Moreover, they are critical reproduction sites and sources of food and shelter for a huge variety of butterflies, birds, and other wildlife. For those of us interested in promoting the return of declining species, native shrubs and trees are an essential part of the ecosystem.” * The Wetlands Initiative *“A nice touch in the latest book is explaining what trees and shrubs can give back within each season. What flowers in the spring and summer? What gives us beautiful leaf color in the fall? And what interesting bark, decorative shapes and evergreens can perk up your yard in the dead of winter?...Pick any tree or shrub in your yard. You'll find out whether it's native or not if you look it up in their latest book.” * Mom, I think I'm Poignant! *“The preface and introduction alone set this book apart. Those few pages unfurl revelations … Like no other, the book points to human failure to anticipate the repercussions of widespread importation and cultivation of alien plants as replacements for natives. The authors deliver much more than the title promises.” * The Cavity Conservation Initiative *
£59.50
University of Hawai'i Press Land of Plants in Motion Japanese Botany and the World Perspectives on the Global Past
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£60.00
MP-OSU Oregon State Universi The Making of the Northwest Forest Plan The Wild
Book SynopsisTree sitters. Logger protests. Dying timber towns. An iconic species on the brink. The Timber Wars consumed the Pacific Northwest in the late 1980s and early1990s and led political leaders to ask scientists for a solution. The Northwest Forest Plan was the result. In this book, three of those scientists tell the story as they know it.
£30.56
MP-NEV University of Nevada The Pinon PineA Natural And Cultural History
Book SynopsisAn engaging look at the history of the piñon pine and its ecosystem. Combining natural history and observations of the cultural importance of the tree to both native Indians and European settlers, Lanner provides information on the management of the tree and its interdependence with the birds and animals of the piñon-juniper woodland.Trade ReviewA well-written and often witty survey of the natural history of (piñon) pines, spiced with observations on their importance to the native Indians and subsequent European settlers. . . . The engaging text and copious pictures make it difficult to put the book down, and the appendix of recipes for pine-nut dishes is an added bonus."" —Library Journal
£16.76
MP-NEV University of Nevada A Garden of Bristlecones Tales of Change in the
Book SynopsisThis text investigates professional and popular conceptions as a set of narratives drawn from outside and inside bristlecone pine trees. It reveals the premises of the investigators, the nature of their inquiry and the extent of their knowledge, while also revealing the bristlecone pine itself.Trade Review“This is a most impressive, groundbreaking work. Cohen’s research is extensive and his perspective genuinely 'transdisciplinary'"" — Cheryll Glotfelty, co-editor of The Ecocriticism Reader
£28.46
John Wiley & Sons Inc Dendroclimatic Studies
Book SynopsisA top priority in climate research is obtaining broad-extent and long-term data to support analyses of historical patterns and trends, and for model development and evaluation. Along with directly measured climate data from the present and recent past, it is important to obtain estimates of long past climate variations spanning multiple centuries and millennia. Dendroclimatic Studies at the North American Tree Linepresents an overview of the current state of dendroclimatology, its contributions over the past few decades, and its future potential. The material included is not useful not only to those who generate tree-ring records of past climate-dendroclimatologists, but also to users of their results-climatologists, hydrologists, ecologists and archeologists. In summary, this book: Sheds light on recent and future climate trends by assessing long term past climatic variations from tree rings Is a timely coverage of a crucial topic in climate sciTrade Review“I enjoyed the short format, and would support the production of further AGU OPUS themed syntheses, but would respectfully suggest that the programme reviews the format to permit a wider scope for general themes and greater detail for more specialist topics.” (The Holocene, 1 February 2015) Table of ContentsPreface v Acknowledgments vii 1. Introduction 1 1.1. Overview 1 1.2. Basic Tree-Ring Principles 1 1.3. Polar Amplification of Global Warming and Impacts on Forests 3 1.4. “Northern Archive” Synthesis 6 2. Tree-Ring Investigations at Northern Latitudes 7 2.1. Initial Studies 7 2.2. Site Selection 8 2.3. Tree-Ring Parameters and Processing: Ring Width and Maximum Latewood Density 9 3. Selected Local to Regional TRL-LDEO Northern Tree-Ring Studies 13 4. The Broader Context of Northern Dendroclimatic Studies 19 4.1. North America 19 4.2. Eurasia 21 4.3. Tree-Ring Chronology Networks 21 5. Temperature Reconstructions for the Northern Hemisphere 23 5.1. Initial Attempts 23 5.2. Evolution of NH Temperature Reconstructions 25 5.3. Reconstructed NH Temperature Trends 31 5.4. Standardization of NH Tree-Ring Temperature Reconstructions 33 6. Tree Growth Issues in the Anthropogenic Era: CO2 Fertilization and the “Divergence Problem” 37 6.1. CO2 Fertilization 37 6.2. The Divergence Problem 38 7. Conclusions and Future Challenges 43 Glossary 51 References 57 Core TRL-LDEO Publications on Northern Forests 67 Index 75 Color plate section is located between pages 36 and 37.
£48.56
Johns Hopkins University Press The Quick Guide to Wild Edible Plants
Book SynopsisThe Quick Guide to Wild Edible Plants is a great gift for the beginning naturalist and the perfect addition to every serious forager's library.Trade ReviewThe book is witty and full of commonsense. It is a jolly good read for anyone. Portland Book Review Whether this is your passion or merely something you might be interested in learning about, check out The Quick Guide to Wild Edible Plants... Should I ever get a craving for stinging nettle omelet or black locust fritters, I will know exactly which wild edible plant book to look in. Aiken StandardTable of ContentsAcknowledgments1. IntroductionWild Plants as FoodBefore You BeginEmergency FoodHow to Use This BookGuidelines for Using the Recipes .About Flavorings, Sweeteners, and OilsBeveragesRecipes for Failure2. Deadly HarvestPoison Ivy, Poison Oak, Poison SumacPoison HemlockMushrooms3. Nature's Storehouse of Edible Plants4. CondimentsSassafrasField Garlic5. AperitifsSwamp BayRed Spruce6. GreensChicoryCurly DockGlasswortKudzuStinging NettleBlack Walnut7. StarchesAmerican LotusArrowheadGroundnutNut SedgeOaksSoftstem BulrushSpring Beauty8. Grains and Plants Used Like GrainsCaneManna GrassRiver OatsYellow Pond Lily9. FlowersBlack LocustCattailsOrange Day LilyRedbud10. SweetsIndian StrawberryPawpaw11. CordialsBlueberries12. MushroomsOyster MushroomChicken of the WoodsPuffballsIndex of Recipes
£15.20
University of Texas Press Texas Wildflowers
Book SynopsisWith more than 175,000 copies sold, Texas Wildflowers has established itself as the go-to guide for identifying the state’s roadside flowers. This new edition has been completely reorganized by flower colors (and within each color section, by flowering season) to make it even easier to identify the flowers you see as you travel through Texas. Every wildflower is illustrated with a beautiful full-color photograph—over 250 of which are new to this edition. All of the descriptive identifying information is presented in a consistent format—common and botanical names, plant and leaves, flowers and fruit, flowering season, habitat and range, and notes.What hasn’t changed is the book’s sturdy binding, which will hold up through years of active use, and its wealth of information, which has been thoroughly updated by the expert staff of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center:300 species descriptions, including engaging comments about tTrade Review"The updated bible of roadside flower guides." * Houston Chronicle *Table of Contents Notes on the New Edition by Joe Marcus Foreword to the First Edition by Lady Bird Johnson Introduction to the First Edition by Campbell Loughmiller Species Descriptions White Flowers Yellow Flowers Orange Flowers Red Flowers Purple Flowers Pink Flowers Blue Flowers Ecoregions of Texas Glossary Illustrated Glossary Bibliography Photography Credits Family Index Index
£15.19
University of Texas Press Mushrooms of the Gulf Coast States
Book SynopsisThe first book devoted to the nearly 1,400 mushroom species found in the five-state Gulf Coast regionwith more than 650 color illustrations and dichotomous identification keys that will delight foragers, cooks, and scholars alike.Trade ReviewA must-have for any mushroom hunter in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, or Florida…this book is unique in its circumscribed geographic coverage and its inclusion of 1000-plus species…The expert authors collaborated with a large number of mushroom enthusiasts to compile this user-friendly guide. * CHOICE *[Mushrooms of the Gulf Coast States] is a very valuable contribution to our knowledge of mushrooms from a region of the USA that has previously been largely ignored. * Journal of the Botanical Research Institute of Texas *As with all books published in recent years by the Bessettes and their collaborators, [Mushrooms of the Gulf Coast States] has wonderful photos. The Bessettes have done a tremendous job of capturing the beauty and diversity of the Gulf Coast macrofungi with a wide array of high-quality pictures that typically show each mushroom from several angles. Most importantly, this book compiles the descriptions of most of the common fungi in my region in one place for the first time.…I highly recommend Mushrooms of the Gulf Coast States to any mycologist or mycophile who plans to travel to the Gulf Coast region and wants a guidebook to help them to enjoy our local fungi. * Inoculum *Table of Contents Preface Acknowledgments Introduction Geographic Area Covered by This Book Why Collect and Study Wild Mushrooms? Mushroom Structure and Function Collecting and Documenting Wild Mushrooms Making a Spore Print Notes on the Descriptions of Illustrated Species How to Use This Book Mushroom Identification Procedure Color Key to the Major Groups of Fungi Species Descriptions and Illustrations Bird’s Nest Fungi Boletes Carbon, Crust, Cushion, and Parchment Fungi Chanterelles and Similar Fungi Corals and Cauliflowers Cordyceps, Tolypocladium, and Similar Fungi Cup Fungi Earth Tongues and Earth Clubs Fiber Fans Gilled Mushrooms Hypomyces and Other Parasitic Fungi Jelly Fungi Morels, False Morels, and Similar Fungi Polypores Puffballs, Earthballs, Earthstars, and Similar Fungi Stinkhorns Tooth Fungi Truffles and Other Hypogeous Fungi Appendix A. Microscopic Examination of Fungi Appendix B. Chemical Reagents and Mushroom Identification Appendix C. Mushrooms for the Table Glossary References and Resources A Note on the Authors Photo Credits Index to Common Names Index to Scientific Names
£27.90
University of Texas Press Puffballs Earthstars Stinkhorns and Other
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£39.60
University of Nebraska Press Legumes of the Great Plains
Book SynopsisLegumes of the Great Plains: An Illustrated Guide is an invaluable tool for the identification of more than 114 species of legumes in the Great Plains. In addition to a distribution map, botanical illustration, and an in-depth botanical description, this comprehensive guide describes the habitat, uses and values, pollinators, forage value for livestock and wildlife, toxic properties, and ethnobotany of each species. The botanical synonyms and other common namesincluding those used by the Great Plains Indiansare also provided. This volume includes more than one hundred similar species with a description of how each differs from the main species. This reference book is indispensable to anyone interested in grassland and prairie conservation and management, the Great Plains, botany, or modern taxonomy. Trade Review"Stubbendieck and Milby (both, Univ. of Nebraska) have produced a high quality, comprehensive key for Great Plains legumes. The volume reviews the general climate, geology, soils, prairie habitat, abundance, and value of legumes to wildlife, Native Americans, and livestock, providing descriptions and line drawings of general legume characteristics. . . . The volume also includes a brief glossary, a list of abbreviations for nomenclatural authorities, and selected references. Detailed and comprehensive, this volume is sure to satisfy specialists in legumes, botanical taxonomy, or Great Plains grasslands."—S. T. Meiers, ChoiceTable of ContentsIntroduction Climate Geology Soils PrairiesAbundance and Value of LegumesKeysTaxonomyIllustrationsMapsDescriptions of Individual SpeciesCharacteristics of LegumesTaxonomy of Legumes I. CAESALPINIACEAE,Cercis canadensis,Chamaecrista fasciculata,Gleditsia triacanthos,Gymnocladus dioicus,Hoffmannseggia glauca,Senna marilandica, II. FABACEAE Amorpha canescens,fruticosa,nana,Amphicarpaea bracteata,Apios americana,Astragalus agrestis,bisulcatus,canadensis,ceramicus,cicer,crassicarpus,drummondii,flexuosus,gracilis,kentrophyta,laxmannii,lotiflorus,missouriensis,mollissimus,multiflorus,nuttallianus,pectinatus,plattensis,racemosus,spatulatus,Baptisia alba,australis,bracteata,Caragana arborescens,Crotalaria sagittalis,Dalea aurea,candida,cylindriceps,enneandra,formosa,lanata,leporina,multiflora,purpurea, villosa,Desmodium canadense,canescens,glutinosum,illinoense,nudiflorum,paniculatum,sessilifolium,Glycyrrhiza lepidota,Kummerowia stipulaceae,striata,Lathyrus decaphyllus,latifolius,venosus,Lespedeza capitata,cuneata,violacea,virginica,Lotus corniculatus,purshianus,Lupinus argenteus,caudatus,plattensis,pusillus,subcarnosus,Medicago lupulina,polymorpha,sativa,Melilotusofficinalis,Onobrychis viciifolia,Orophaca caespitosa,hyalina,sericea,Oxytropis campestris,lambertii,multiceps,sericea,Pediomelum argophyllum,cuspidatum,digitatum,esculentum,Pisum sativum,Psoralidium lanceolatum,tenuiflorum,Pueraria montana,Robinia pseudoacacia,Securigera varia,Sophora nuttalliana,Strophostyles helvola, leiosperma,Stylosanthes biflora,Tephrosia virginiana,Thermopsis rhombifolia,Trifolium campestre, fragiferum, hybridum, incarnatum, pratense, reflexum, repens,Vicia americana,sativa, villosa, III. MIMOSACEAE Acacia berlandieri, greggii,Desmanthus illinoensis,Mimosa quadrivalvis,Neptunia lutea,Prosopis glandulosa, Glossary Abbreviations for Nomenclature Authorities Selected References Index
£49.30
University Press of Mississippi Mississippis Natural Heritage Photographs of
Book SynopsisFeaturing four hundred beautiful colour photographs and a complete index of included species, Mississippi’s Natural Heritage is the first book of its kind dedicated to Mississippi’s natural world.Trade ReviewWesley Shoop’s knowledge of native Mississippi taxa is immense, rivaled only by his skill with a camera. It has been a joy to watch his photographic collection of our state’s flora and fauna grow, and I’m sure this publication will be a tremendous aid to both the professional and amateur naturalist alike." - Chris King, education chair and former president of the Jackson, Mississippi Audubon Society"Through outstanding photographs and field guide-like narratives, Mississippi’s Natural Heritage shines a spotlight on the biota of LeFleur’s Bluff State Park, a beautiful, well-known urban natural area and wildlife corridor in Mississippi’s state capital. This book will surely foster a greater awareness of and appreciation for the diversity of plant and animal life in Mississippi." - Libby Hartfield, director emerita of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science"An excellent addition to the growing literature about nature in Mississippi!" - Frank R. Hensley, professor of biology at Mississippi College
£37.76
Cornell University Press Wild Urban Plants of the Northeast
Book SynopsisThis field guide is useful for trained ecologists, botanists, and naturalists, and is accessible to anyone else who wonders what is sprouting up from that sidewalk crack or in that corner of their suburban garden.? RhodoraIn this field guide to the future, esteemed Harvard University botanist Peter Del Tredici unveils the plants that will become even more dominant in urban environments under projected future environmental conditions. These plants are the most important and most common plants in cities. Learning what they are and the role they play, he writes, will help us all make cities more livable and enjoyable.With more than 1000 photos, readers can easily identify these powerful plants. Learn about the fascinating cultural history of each plant.Trade ReviewThis field guide is useful for trained ecologists, botanists, and naturalists, and is accessible to anyone else who wonders what is sprouting up from that sidewalk crack or in that corner of their suburban garden. * Rhodora *Table of ContentsIntroduction Mosses and Ferns Bryaceae (Silvertip Moss Family) Dryopteridaceae (Woodfern Family) Horsetails Equisetaceae (Horsetail Family) Conifers Taxaceae (Yew Family) Woody Dicots Anacardiaceae (Cashew Family) Berberidaceae (Barberry Family) Betulaceae (Birch Family) Bignoniaceae (Trumpet Creeper Family) Cannabaceae (Hemp Family) Caprifoliaceae (Honeysuckle Family) Celastraceae (Stafftree Family) Elaeagnaceae (Oleaster Family) Fabaceae = Leguminosae (Pea Family) Fagaceae (Beech Family) Juglandaceae (Walnut Family) Moraceae (Mulberry Family) Oleaceae (Olive Family) Paulowniaceae (Princess Tree Family) Ranunculaceae (Buttercup Family) Rhamnaceae (Buckthorn Family) Rosaceae (Rose Family) Rutaceae (Rue Family) Salicaceae (Willow Family) Sapindaceae (Soapwort Family) Simaroubaceae (Quassia Family) Solanaceae (Nightshade Family) Ulmaceae (Elm Family) Vitaceae (Grape Family) Herbaceous Dicots xv Amaranthaceae (Amaranth Family) Apiaceae = Umbelliferae (Carrot Family) Apocynaceae (Dogbane Family) Asclepiadaceae (Milkweed Family) Asteraceae = Compositae (Aster Family) Balsaminaceae (Touch-me-not Family) Brassicaceae = Cruciferae (Mustard Family) Cannabaceae (Hemp Family) Caryophyllaceae (Pink Family) Convolvulaceae (Morning Glory Family) Crassulaceae (Stonecrop Family) Cucurbitaceae (Gourd Family) Euphorbiaceae (Spurge Family) Fabaceae = Leguminosae (Pea Family) Hyperiaceae (St. John's Wort Family) Lamiaceae = Labiatae (Mint Family) Lythraceae (Loosestrife Family) Malvaceae (Mallow Family) Molluginaceae (Carpetweed Family) Onagraceae (Evening Primrose Family) Oxalidaceae (Woodsorrel Family) Papaveraceae (Poppy Family) Phytolaccaceae (Pokeweed Family) Plantaginaceae (Plantain Family) Polygonaceae (Smartweed Family) Portulacaceae (Purslane Family) Ranunculaceae (Buttercup Family) Rosaceae (Rose Family) Rubiaceae (Madder Family) Scrophulariaceae (Figwort Family) Solanaceae (Nightshade Family) Urticaceae (Nettle Family) Verbenaceae (Verbena Family) Violaceae (Violet Family) Monocots xv Amaryllidaceae (Amaryllis Family) Commelinaceae (Spiderwort Family) Cyperaceae (Sedge Family) Iridaceae (Iris Family) Juncaceae (Rush Family) Poaceae = Gramineae (Grass Family) Smilacaceae (Smilax Family) Typhaceae (Cattail Family)
£25.19
Cornell University Press Wildflowers of New York City
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£24.69
Cornell University Press Nature on the Doorstep
Book SynopsisNature on the Doorstep reveals the simple pleasures of paying attention to the natural world in one''s own backyard over the course of a year. In weekly letters, Angela Douglas shares the joys and curiosities of a decidedly ordinary patch of green in upstate New York cultivated through the art of strategic neglectsometimes taking a hand to manage wildlife, more often letting nature go its own way. From the first flowers of spring to cardinals singing in the winter, Douglas shows us the magic of welcoming unexpected plant and animal life into one''s backyard. A paean to the richness we find when we stop to look and let be, Nature on the Doorstep celebrates the role humble backyards play both in conservation efforts and in an expanded appreciation of the living world.Trade ReviewFilled with wide-eyed wonder, these lighthearted letters charm. This book has plenty to offer those looking to discover the magic in one's own backyard. * Publishers Weekly *Table of ContentsMarch 22, 2020: On the horns of a dilemma March 29, 2020: Spring is coming... April 5, 2020: Wordsworth's flowers April 12, 2020: Vultures and rabbits April 19, 2020: Bloom where you are planted April 26, 2020: Winter's dregs May 3, 2020: The English daisy May 10, 2020: Bud burst! May 17, 2020: And now it's summer May 24, 2020: Chipmunks and woodchucks May 31, 2020: Looking up June 7, 2020: Natives and aliens June 14, 2002: Save the bees! June 21, 2020: A terminological jungle June 28, 2020: Empires under the maple tree July 5, 2020: Fireflies: a wonder of the Ithaca world July 12, 2020: The Deptford pink July 19, 2020: Blue jay birds and blue jay humans July 26, 2020: Call my bluff August 2, 2020: Termite mound or Italian villa? August 9, 2020: Happy families August 16, 2020: The orthopteran orchestra August 23, 2020: Backyard munchers August 30, 2020: Wasps galore September 6, 2020: The official end of summer September 13, 2020: Garden silks September 20, 2020: Late season flowers September 27, 2020: The War of the Seasons October 4, 2020: The backyard harvest October 11, 2020: Making a living in the backyard October 18, 2020: The winter birdseed feeder is back in business October 25, 2020: Fall colors November 1, 2020: The end of the 2020 orthopteran orchestra November 8, 2020: Fake news! November 15, 2020: What's on today's menu? November 22, 2020: It smells to high heaven November 29, 2020: Peter, Peter, pumpkin eater December 6, 2020: Hawk, beware! December 13, 2020: Life in the leafless trees December 20, 2020: Nearly a foot of snow December 27, 2020: Mass Sparrow Attack January 3, 2021: Celebrating the last day of the year January 10, 2021: Winter sounds January 17, 2021: Sparrow Wars January 24, 2021: The daily red squirrel January 31, 2021: It is nothing but winter—winter, cold and savage February 7, 2021: A Miller B nor'easter and a Bumpus event February 14, 2021: Finding their voice February 21, 2021: The daily crow commute February 28, 2021: Periwinkle for tea March 7, 2021: Snow fleas March 14, 2021: All change
£15.19
Cornell University Press Tree by Tree
Book SynopsisTree by Tree is a warning and a toolkit for the future of forest recovery. Scott J. Meiners investigates the critical biological threats endangering tree species native to the forests of eastern North America, providing a needed focus on this plight. Meiners suggests that if we are to save our forests, the first step is to recognize the threats in front of us. Meiners focuses on five familiar treesthe American elm, the American chestnut, the eastern hemlock, the white ash, and the sugar mapleand shares why they matter economically, ecologically, and culturally. From outbreaks of Dutch elm disease to infestations of emerald ash borers, Meiners highlights the challenges that have led or will lead to the disappearance of these trees from forests. In doing so, he shows us how diversity loss often disrupts intricately balanced ecosystems and how vital it is that we pay more attention to massive changes in forest composition.With practical steps for the Table of ContentsIntroduction: First, Some Context 1. American Elm—Ulmus americana 2. American Chestnut—Castanea dentata 3. Eastern Hemlock—Tsuga canadensis 4. White Ash—Fraxinus americana 5. Sugar Maple—Acer saccharum 6. Other Trees with Other Challenges 7. The Next in Line 8. Accumulating Impacts—Putting It All Together Conclusion: Protecting Our Forests' Future
£17.99
University of Pennsylvania Press Philadelphia Trees: A Field Guide to the City and
Book SynopsisPhiladelphia Trees is a pocket-sized resource for identifying the native trees, commonly encountered exotics, and popular ornamentals of the Philadelphia metropolitan area and adjacent counties in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. Each of the 118 tree-identification entries features a description of a tree species or several related species; a list of places to see specimens; individual photos of leaves, bark, fruits, and seeds; striking portrait photos; and winter-silhouette drawings. The guide also contains a section on more than fifty of the best parks, botanical gardens, and preserves for viewing trees in and around Philadelphia. Included in this section are ten maps identifying specific trees in such places as Fairmount Park, one of the world’s largest urban parks, and the Morris Arboretum, the official arboretum of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. A third section, “Great Trees of Philadelphia,” highlights fifty special, historic, and record-breaking trees. Using this field guide, nature lovers will be able to identify and locate the fantastic trees that this unique region, sometimes called “the cradle of American horticulture,” has to offer.
£19.79
University of Minnesota Press Sedges and Rushes of Minnesota: The Complete
Book SynopsisThe first comprehensive, fully illustrated field guide to Minnesota’s nearly 250 species of sedges and rushes When most of us encounter a sea of what seem like grasses, we don’t know if we’re looking at a bog or a fen, a swamp or a marsh or a meadow. What we’re seeing probably aren’t even grasses. They are sedges and rushes, which frequently make up the majority of plants in a wetland—and they can tell us, by their presence and pattern of occurrence, what kind of wetland it is. Quick to respond to changes in habitat, they are good indicators of ecological conditions. As significant as they are in the natural environment, sedges and rushes are also simply beautiful—noteworthy features in a garden and in the wild. This book is an expert, accessible guide to the nearly 250 species of sedges and rushes in Minnesota. With its finely detailed photographs and descriptions, Sedges and Rushes of Minnesota enables quick and reliable identification of these often difficult-to-distinguish species. As an in-depth introduction or a handy field guide, the book is the first complete, comprehensive reference on these important plants of Minnesota—an invaluable resource for specialists, naturalists, and wild plant lovers.Trade Review"Welby Smith has followed up on his wonderful Trees and Shrubs of Minnesota and created another gem with Sedges and Rushes of Minnesota. Smith takes the intimidating world of rushes and sedges and chronicles them in an easy-to-use field guide and resource that is the first of its kind for the state. This is a magnificent resource that will no doubt by used by botanists, naturalists, interpreters, and nature enthusiasts for generations to come."—Bryan Wood, Executive Director, Audubon Center of the North Woods "This hefty volume brings care and expertise to a regional plant species study."—ARBAonline "Any reader who picks up this guide will be consumed with the rare and curious disease of sedge fever, in which sufferers are compelled to know and key out all the rushes and sedges, even those without edges."—CHOICE "If you are looking at a plant catalogue trying to decide which sedge to add to your yard, you can use this book to find the plant’s distribution and habitat."—The Trumpeter "Overall, this book provides an excellent, user-friendly guide to the sedges and rushes of Minnesota. I recommend it highly to all field biologists involved in botanical inventories in the central part of the continent, and to students of these two families in general."—The Canadian Field-Naturalist "This book is thoroughly referenced, clearly written, and beautifully illustrated. Professional botanists throughout Minnesota and the Midwest will definitely want to have this book in their field pack or on their shelf."—The Great Lakes Botanist "The individual accounts are thorough, accurate and include good field characters that are useful in separating the species covered with others it could be confused with."—Journal of the Botanical Research Institute of Texas Table of ContentsContentsPrefaceAcknowledgmentsMinnesota County MapIntroductionKey to the Genera of Sedges and Rushes in MinnesotaThe genus BolboschoenusThe genus BulbostylisThe genus CarexCarex section AcrocystisCarex section AlbaeCarex section AmmoglochinCarex section BicoloresCarex section CarexCarex section CareyanaeCarex section CeratocystisCarex section ChlorostachyaeCarex section ChordorrhizaeCarex section ClandestinaeCarex section DeweyanaeCarex section DispermaeCarex section DivisaeCarex section FilifoliaeCarex section GlareosaeCarex section GranularesCarex section GriseaeCarex section HeleoglochinCarex section HirtifoliaeCarex section HolarrhenaeCarex section HymenochlaenaeCarex section LamprochlaenaeCarex section LaxifloraeCarex section LeptocephalaeCarex section LeucoglochinCarex section LimosaeCarex section LupulinaeCarex section MultifloraeCarex section ObtusataeCarex section OvalesCarex section PaludosaeCarex section PaniceaeCarex section PhacocystisCarex section PhaestoglochinCarex section PhyllostachyaeCarex section PhysoglochinCarex section PorocystisCarex section RacemosaeCarex section RostralesCarex section ScirpinaeCarex section SquarrosaeCarex section StellulataeCarex section VesicariaeCarex section VulpinaeThe genus CladiumThe genus CyperusThe genus DulichiumThe genus EleocharisThe genus EriophorumThe genus FimbristylisThe genus JuncusThe genus LuzulaThe genus RhynchosporaThe genus SchoenoplectiellaThe genus SchoenoplectusThe genus ScirpusThe genus ScleriaThe genus TrichophorumGlossaryBibliographyIndex
£30.60
University of Minnesota Press Plant Life: The Entangled Politics of
Book SynopsisHow afforestation reveals the often-concealed politics between humans and plantsIn Plant Life, Rosetta S. Elkin explores the procedures of afforestation, the large-scale planting of trees in otherwise treeless environments, including grasslands, prairies, and drylands. Elkin reveals that planting a tree can either be one of the ultimate offerings to thriving on this planet, or one of the most extreme perversions of human agency over it. Using three supracontinental case studies—scientific forestry in the American prairies, colonial control in Africa’s Sahelian grasslands, and Chinese efforts to control and administer territory—Elkin explores the political implications of plant life as a tool of environmentalism. By exposing the human tendency to fix or solve environmental matters by exploiting other organisms, this work exposes the relationship between human and plant life, revealing that afforestation is not an ecological act: rather, it is deliberately political and distressingly social. Plant Life ultimately reveals that afforestation cannot offset deforestation, an important distinction that sheds light on current environmental trends that suggest we can plant our way out of climate change. By radicalizing what conservation protects and by framing plants in their total aliveness, Elkin shows that there are many kinds of life—not just our own—to consider when advancing environmental policy. Trade Review "In Plant Life, the misadventures of tree planting campaigns around the world expose a fundamental failure to understand things that are alive. Human cultivation—a blunt apparatus often focused only on an above-ground outcropping—usually manages to kill plants. Rosetta S. Elkin’s lush and stringent narratives travel instead within the roots and ramifying relationships that huge forests and grasslands generate when they are simply allowed to grow—a live rhizosphere in the crust of the earth."—Keller Easterling, Yale University "With climate change comes a recognition that we are part of a global landscape and that we need to think at this scale. However, even as we need to ‘think global, act local,’ what Rosetta S. Elkin shows in her in her deep and multi-faceted reading of afforestation projects is that in doing so we must really ‘think local, act global.’"—Julian Raxworthy, University of Canberra "Tightly argued and rigorously researched, Plant Life draws on history, geography, political ecology, botany, landscape ecology, and climate science to present a powerful critique of afforestation. "—Landscape Architecture Magazine "Delving into philosophical treatises, colonial archives, and botanical manuals that span such themes as soil science, plant morphology, and taxonomy, Elkin convincingly argues that planting is a social—not ecological—act that radically reshapes landscapes based on models of standardization and replicability."—H-Net Reviews Table of ContentsContentsPrefaceAbbreviationsIntroductionArtifact1. The Problem of Parts2. Great Green Wall3. Genus FaidherbiaIndex4. Confronting Treelessness5. Prairie States Forestry Project6. Ulmus pumilaL.Trace7. Contextual Indifference8. Three Norths Shelter System9. Species PopulusEpilogueNotesIndex
£86.40
University of Minnesota Press The Cactus Hunters: Desire and Extinction in the
Book SynopsisAn exploration of the explosive illegal trade in succulents and the passion that drives it Cacti and succulents are phenomenally popular worldwide among plant enthusiasts, despite being among the world’s most threatened species. The fervor driving the illegal trade in succulents might also be driving some species to extinction. Delving into the strange world of succulent collecting, The Cactus Hunters takes us to the heart of this conundrum: the mystery of how and why ardent lovers of these plants engage in their illicit trade. This is a world of alluring desires, where collectors and conservationists alike are animated by passions that at times exceed the limits of law. What inspires the desire for a plant? What kind of satisfaction does it promise? The answer, Jared D. Margulies suspects, might be traced through the roots and workings of the illegal succulent trade—an exploration that traverses the fields of botany and criminology, political ecology and human geography, and psychoanalysis. His globe-spanning inquiry leads Margulies from a spectacular series of succulent heists on a small island off the coast of Mexico to California law enforcement agents infiltrating a smuggling ring in South Korea, from scientists racing to discover new and rare species before poachers find them to a notorious Czech “cacto-explorer” who helped turn a landlocked European country into the epicenter of the illegal succulent trade. A heady blend of international intrigue, social theory, botanical lore, and ecological study, The Cactus Hunters offers complex insight into species extinction, conservation, and more-than-human care. Retail e-book files for this title are screen-reader friendly with images accompanied by short alt text and/or extended descriptions.Trade Review "The Cactus Hunters takes us into the fascinating world of succulent collecting. Jared D. Margulies skillfully traces the consequential ways in which people and cacti move one another, remaking possibilities for life, desire, wealth, extinction, and more in the process. This book offers a powerful example of the value of close attention to the entangled lives of plants and their people."—Thom van Dooren, author of A World in a Shell: Snail Stories for a Time of Extinctions "Follow Jared D. Margulies and his infectious curiosity on a riveting global tour starring charismatic cacti and the people who desire them. In moving plants and the unconscious to center stage, The Cactus Hunters is a deeply felt and nuanced reckoning with desire as a structurally produced and world-making force—a unique and major contribution to political ecology."—Rosemary Collard, author of Animal Traffic: Lively Capital in the Global Exotic Pet Trade "An esoteric deep dive into the illegal cactus trade."—Publishers Weekly Table of Contents Contents Preface Abbreviations Introduction: Cactus, Be My Desire 1. On Collecting and Caring for Cacti 2. Illicit Encounters with Succulent Collectors 3. Between the Iron Curtain and the Glass House 4. Confronting Extinction Anxiety in Cactus Country 5. A New Illicit Trade 6. Learning to Know a Plant 7. Disentangling Succulent Desires 8. For a Flourishing Geography of Succulent Life Acknowledgments Additional Resources Notes Index
£72.00
University of Minnesota Press Ferns and Lycophytes of Minnesota: The Complete
Book SynopsisThe definitive field guide for understanding and identifying ferns and lycophytes in Minnesota Rapid advances in DNA studies have given scientists new understandings of ferns and lycophytes, making books published only a decade ago now obsolete. Ferns and Lycophytes of Minnesota is the first comprehensive presentation of these oldest of land plants in Minnesota. Welby R. Smith, Minnesota state botanist, thoroughly developed this essential guide for anyone interested in learning about and identifying these ubiquitous plants that have fascinated people for centuries.Found in forests, prairies, marshes, and lakes throughout the state, ferns and lycophytes are marvelously adaptive, allowing them to inhabit and thrive in unique ecological niches, including native plant gardens. Created for natural resource professionals as well as avid gardeners, hikers, and naturalists at all levels, this easy-to-use reference enables the quick and reliable identification of each of the one hundred species of ferns and lycophytes that grow wild in Minnesota.Illustrated with more than four hundred original photographs, primarily by Richard W. Haug, this complete and up-to-date field guide includes information about how to distinguish closely related species as well as details about the ecology, distribution, and phenology of each species.Trade Review "This book is a must have for any plant enthusiast."—Terrace Horticulture Books
£30.60
Purdue University Press Native Trees of the Midwest: Identification,
Book SynopsisNative Trees of the Midwest is a definitive guide to identifying trees in Indiana and surrounding states, written by three leading forestry experts. Descriptive text explains how to identify every species in any season and color photographs show all important characteristics. Not only does the book allow the user to identify trees and learn of their ecological and distributional attributes, but it also presents an evaluation of each species relative to its potential ornamental value for those interested in landscaping. Since tree species have diverse values to wildlife, an evaluation of wildlife uses is presented with a degree of detail available nowhere else. This second edition contains a chapter on introduced species that have become naturalized and invasive throughout the region. All accounts have been reviewed and modifications made when necessary to reflect changes in taxonomy, status, or wildlife uses. Keys have been modified to incorporate introduced species.
£33.11
Purdue University Press A History of Zinnias: Flower for the Ages
Book SynopsisA History of Zinnias brings forward the fascinating adventure of zinnias and the spirit of civilization. With colorful illustrations, this book is a cultural and horticultural history documenting the development of garden zinnias—one of the top ten garden annuals grown in the United States today.The deep and exciting history of garden zinnias pieces together a tale involving Aztecs, Spanish conquistadors, people of faith, people of medicine, explorers, scientists, writers, botanists, painters, and gardeners. The trail leads from the halls of Moctezuma to a cliff-diving prime minister; from Handel, Mozart, and Rossini to Gilbert and Sullivan; from a little-known confession by Benjamin Franklin to a controversy raised by Charles Darwin; from Emily Dickinson, who writes of death and zinnias, to a twenty-year-old woman who writes of reanimated corpses; and from a scissor-wielding septuagenarian who painted with bits of paper to the "Black Grandma Moses" who painted zinnias and inspired the opera Zinnias.Zinnias are far more than just a flower: They represent the constant exploration of humankind's quest for beauty and innovation.Table of Contents Preface 1. From Gilbert and Sullivan to Corvettes 2. Starting in the Middle 3. Search for the Historic Zinnia: New Spain and Old Legends 4. Of Marigolds, Dahlias, and Zinnias 5. Coming of Age: The European Period 6. Homeward Bound: America 7. Doubling Your Pleasure 8. The Revolution 9. Confusion Reigns 10. Modern Times, or Sex to the Rescue 11. In the Garden Acknowledgments Appendix 1: Seed Sources and Developers Appendix 2: Zinnia Awards Appendix 3: Zinnia Species
£21.56
Texas A & M University Press Grasses of the Texas Hill Country: A Field Guide
Book SynopsisThis photographic guide to grasses gives all who have been frustrated trying to identify these difficult plants an easy-to-use, visually precise, and information-packed field guide to seventy-seven native and introduced species that grow in the Texas Hill Country and beyond. With a blade of grass in hand, open this book and find: handy thumb guides to seed head type, the most visible distinguishing characteristic to begin identification; color photographs of stands of grasses and detailed close-ups; concise information about economic uses, habitat, range, and flowering season; and quick-reference icons for native status, toxicity, growing season, and grazing response.
£19.96
University of Iowa Press Fringed Orchids in Your Pocket: A Guide to Native
Book SynopsisNative orchids are increasingly threatened by pressure from population growth and development but, nonetheless, still present a welcome surprise to observant hikers in every state and province. Compiled and illustrated by long-time orchid specialist Paul Martin Brown, this pocket guide to the fringed orchids forms part of a series that will cover all the wild orchids of the continental United States and Canada. Brown provides a description, general distributional information, time of flowering, and habitat requirements for each species as well as a complete list of hybrids and the many different growth and color forms that can make identifying orchids so challenging. For the fringed-lipped orchids, which make up some of the most intriguing and richly colored of all wild orchids, he includes information on fourteen species and thirteen hybrids. The genus Platanthera is the largest genus of orchids to be found in North America north of Mexico; the fringe-lipped group is found primarily in the eastern U.S. and Canada, extending west to the prairies and Great Plains. The fringed orchids, so-called because of the delicately fringed petals and lips on many of the species, comprise some of the largest and showiest native orchids found in our region. Most of these species are easy to identify based upon their general appearance, range, and time of flowering. Answering three simple questions - when, where, and how does it grow? - and comparing the living plants with the striking photos in the backpack-friendly laminated guide and the information in the simple key should enable both professional and amateur naturalists to achieve the satisfaction of identifying a specific orchid.
£10.93
University of Iowa Press Trees in Your Pocket: A Guide to Trees of the
Book SynopsisValued for their lumber, their shade, and the beauty of their flowers and foliage as well as the nuts that nourish wildlife and humans alike, trees play important economic, ecological, and aesthetic roles in our lives. From honey and black locusts to white and chinkapin oaks to yellow and river birches, Trees in Your Pocket gives us identification and natural history information for about forty prominent deciduous species found in the Upper Midwest states of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, and Missouri.Botanist Tom Rosburg provides diagnostic color photographs of leaves, acorns and other fruits, and bark along with descriptions of leaves, fruits, and measurements of blades. The composition, arrangement, shape, and margin of leaves are most important for tree identification. Fruits can help confirm identification of species with similar leaves. The bark of a tree can be very helpful for identifying some species; as a tree ages, older bark (lower on the tree) can be quite different from younger bark (higher and on branches). In addition to these essential markers, Rosburg gives information about range, habitat—savannas, moist forests, dry slopes, sandy soils, and so on—life-span, and tolerance of shade, fire, drought, and flood.Each state in this region maintains a Big Tree program that honours the largest individual tree of each species. Champion trees are determined by adding together measurements of trunk circumference, height, and canopy spread. Rosburg identifies the trees with the largest diameter and the tallest trees among the champion trees in the Upper Midwest by their county and state. Together his superb photographs and key information make this guide the perfect companion for enjoying the diversity of trees in all kinds of environments.
£11.74
Purdue University Press Magnificent Trees of Indiana
Book SynopsisFeaturing more than two hundred gorgeous color photographs of Indiana's champion trees and old-growth forest remnants, Magnificent Trees of Indiana is a celebration of the state's natural beauty. Seventy-four trees are featured as well as twenty old-growth woods. Each has been photographed to illuminate the grandeur of the natural world. Accessible to the outdoor enthusiast, this book details the changes that have occurred over the last two centuries in Indiana's forests, including the landscape geology and physiography. The forest is celebrated as a living community, with highlights including odd forms, curious trees, and unique occurrences—many of which can still be visited today. Magnificent Trees of Indiana makes for a beautiful coffee-table gift book for any Hoosier or nature lover, walking the reader through the geologic past, into early pioneer times, and onward to the present, all while covering the history, value, and economic importance of our hardwood forests.Table of Contents Chapter 1: Past to Present Chapter 2: Landscapes of Indiana and Their Relationships to Forests Chapter 3: The Forest as a Living Community Chapter 4: Big Trees and Champions Chapter 5: Oldest of the Old: Indiana's Wondrous Old-Growth Woods Chapter 6: The Odd and Curious Chapter 7: Sheer Beauty Chapter 8: Woodland Values Chapter 9: People and Trees Chapter 10: Protecting and Sustaining Our Forest Heritage Chapter 11: Inspirations and Reflections
£26.96
University of Tennessee Press Field Guide to the Lichens of Great Smoky
Book SynopsisWith 909 recognized species of lichens, Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP) is home to more of these lichenized fungi than any other national park in the United States, as well as nearly half of all species known to occur in eastern North America. There is a great deal of room for scientific exploration, inquiry, and systematic description in the realm of lichenology. In Field Guide to the Lichens of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Erin Tripp and James Lendemer take on the formidable task of creating an all-in-one resource for Park exploration, including lichen distribution maps, tools for identification, vivid photographs and illustrations, and even field notes from their own research campaigns. In the process, the authors create a touchstone for lichen taxonomy and ecology, and they inspire others—researchers as well as casual observers—to take interest in the incredible biodiversity of the Great Smoky Mountains. Biologists, botanists, visitors to the park, naturalists, and others interested in the flora and fauna of both the southern Appalachians and GSMNP will thoroughly enjoy this lovingly prepared field guide.
£48.75
Texas A & M University Press Field Guide to Common Texas Grasses
Book SynopsisCovering 172 species of the most significant common grasses growing in Texas, this complete update of the now-classic Common Texas Grasses: An Illustrated Guide contains range maps and color images of the inflorescences and spikelets of each species along with the detailed, black-and-white illustrations found in the original volume.Identifying descriptive text, keys to genera and species, a checklist, and a glossary round out this standard field reference for botanists, students, and naturalists.
£23.96
Texas A & M University Press The Natural History of Flowers
Book SynopsisFlowers have played an important role in human culture and survival for thousands of years. The final products of flowers—fruits and seeds—are vitally important as food. Flowers provide bursts of color to homes and gardens and they symbolize love, sorrow, and renewal. Yet we often overlook their real purpose. Why do flowers exist and why do they have certain colors, shapes, and smells? What function does a flower have in the life and survival of the plants themselves?In nature, flowers play an essential role in improving a plant's chances of survival. Some flowers are pollinated by wind or water but most are designed to attract and reward pollinators, such as bees, butterflies, birds, and bats, to carry their pollen from flower to flower. After being pollinated, flowers produce fruits and again take advantage of wind, water, and animals to disperse their seeds, ensuring a new generation of their species.Pollination and seed dispersal are fine-tuned systems, and their importance in sustaining a healthy environment cannot be overstated. And, as ongoing climate and other environmental changes apply new pressures, flowers must continue to adapt in order to survive.In this beautifully illustrated book with over 200 stunning photographs, Michael Fogden and Patricia Fogden draw from existing research and their extensive field experiences all over the world to present a detailed but accessible introduction to the natural history of flowers. They discuss a representative sample of flowering and fruiting strategies, illustrating interactions between plants and their pollinators and dispersers, and conclude with descriptions of their favorite tropical flowers.
£29.56
Texas A & M University Press Native Host Plants for Texas Butterflies: A Field Guide
Book SynopsisWhile many growers focus on attracting adult butterflies to their gardens, fewer know about the plants that caterpillars need to survive. Native host plants—wildflowers, trees, shrubs, vines, grasses, and sedges—not only provide a site for the butterfly to lay its eggs, they also provide a ready food source for the emerging caterpillar. Think of these plants as the nurseries of the garden. This user-friendly, heavily illustrated field guide describes 101 native larval host plants in Texas. Each species account includes descriptive information on each plant, a distribution map, and photos of both the caterpillars and adult butterflies who frequent those plants.An adult butterfly may nectar on a wide variety of flowers, but caterpillars are much more restricted in their food sources. Some feed on only a limited number of plant species, so female butterflies seek out these specific plants to lay their eggs. For example, the host plants for Monarch caterpillars are various species of milkweed. Often, these plants are not the same as the ones the adult butterfly will later use for nectar.Learning more about the plants caterpillars need is crucial for butterfly conservation. Butterflies' dependency on specific caterpillar host plants is one of the key factors restricting their range and distribution. Armed with this knowledge, readers can also hone their ability to find specific species of breeding butterflies in nature. This is a handy guide whether you are in the field searching for butterflies or on the hunt for butterfly-friendly options at your local plant sale.Trade ReviewA beautiful, inspiring tool for those wishing to understand the relationships between native plants and butterflies."" - Jim Brock, author of Butterflies of North America and A Field Guide to Caterpillars
£23.96
University of South Carolina Press A Guide to the Wildflowers of South Carolina
Book SynopsisFrom its summits to its shores, South Carolina brims with life and unparalleled beauty thanks to its abundant array of native and naturalized flora, all carefully documented in this revised and expanded edition of A Guide to the Wildflowers of South Carolina. Dramatic advances in plant taxonomy and ecology have occurred since the guide's publication 20 years ago; new species have been discovered while others struggle to survive in the face of vanishing habitats and climate change.The authors, all experienced botanists, offer essays on carnivorous plants, native orchids, Carolina bays, the roles and effects of fire and agriculture on the landscape, and detailed descriptions of the plant communities throughout the state's major natural regions. This expanded edition catalogs nearly 1,000 species organized by habitat, with descriptions, color photographs, range maps, and comments on pharmacological uses, suitability for garden cultivation, origin of common and scientific names, and conservation status.
£77.25
University of South Carolina Press A Guide to the Wildflowers of South Carolina
Book SynopsisFrom its summits to its shores, South Carolina brims with life and unparalleled beauty thanks to its abundant array of native and naturalized flora, all carefully documented in this revised and expanded edition of A Guide to the Wildflowers of South Carolina. Dramatic advances in plant taxonomy and ecology have occurred since the guide's publication 20 years ago; new species have been discovered while others struggle to survive in the face of vanishing habitats and climate change.The authors, all experienced botanists, offer essays on carnivorous plants, native orchids, Carolina bays, the roles and effects of fire and agriculture on the landscape, and detailed descriptions of the plant communities throughout the state's major natural regions. This expanded edition catalogs nearly 1,000 species organized by habitat, with descriptions, color photographs, range maps, and comments on pharmacological uses, suitability for garden cultivation, origin of common and scientific names, and conservation status.
£29.71
Texas A&M University Press The Other Side of Nowhere: Exploring Big Bend
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£37.46
WW Norton & Co Succulents at Home: Choosing, Growing, and
Book SynopsisSucculents have become some of the most popular houseplants, and with good reason: they’re easy to grow…most of the time. But what happens when a plant outgrows its pot? Did you know succulents can get sunburned? How do you turn one plant into more plants? In Succulents at Home, expert gardener John Tullock addresses these questions and many more. Here, readers will learn to make the most of their plants from the how and why of soil and container choice to step-by-step instructions for repotting, propagating new succulents, and creating arrangements like terrariums and wreaths. The book is complete with a catalog of 75 species—flower-shaped echeverias, pointy haworthias, flowering kalanchoes, round mammillaria cacti, and more—which explains special care instructions for each variety. Tullock’s friendly voice and years of experience, and more than 100 color photographs, make this a must-have guide for fool-proof succulent gardening. And with a focus on growing succulents to enjoy indoors, this is a book for plant lovers in all regions and climates.
£16.14
University Press of Florida The Surprising Lives of Bark Beetles: Mighty
Book SynopsisA loving look at one of the world’s most maligned, misunderstood, and fascinating insectsFamous foe of forestry professionals and despised spreader of Dutch elm disease, bark beetles have a bad reputation: the World’s Worst Forest Pests. They chew through timber profits and kill healthy trees, turning forests from carbon sinks into carbon sources. But entomologist Jiri Hulcr sees more to these evil weevils than meets the eye, and offers you a closer look—literally. With science journalist Marc Abrahams, Hulcr offers a funny and informative introduction to these under-studied and underappreciated insects. This lively book turns cutting-edge research into an enjoyable tour through the miniature world of a charming critter. Vivid macrophotography captures every aspect of bark beetle life in stunning detail, from their dramatic family stories and curiously endearing looks to their mating strategies, and the secret fungus farms where they cultivate their own “ambrosia.” You’ll learn how much we don’t know about bark beetles—and what that means for science’s attempts to control them as climate change alters their habitats. Whether you’re a scientist seeking up-to-date pest management strategies or you’re just wondering if your backyard trees are at risk, this book will help you better understand the latest discoveries in beetle symbioses, molecular biology, and ecology. But be warned: at the end of this read you may be filled with affection for these adorable and astonishing beetles.
£21.56
Brandeis University Press Bark – A Field Guide to Trees of the Northeast
Book SynopsisWhat kind of tree is that? Whether you’re hiking in the woods or simply sitting in your backyard, from Maine to New York you’ll never be without an answer to that question, thanks to this handy companion to the trees of the Northeast. Featuring detailed information and illustrations covering each phase of a tree’s lifecycle, this indispensable guidebook explains how to identify trees by their bark alone—no more need to wait for leaf season. Chapters on the structure and ecology of tree bark, descriptions of bark appearance, an easy-to-use identification key, and supplemental information on non-bark characteristics—all enhanced by more than 450 photographs, illustrations, and maps—will show you how to distinguish the textures, shapes, and colors of bark to recognize various tree species, and also understand why these traits evolved. Whether you’re a professional naturalist or a parent leading a family hike, this new edition of Bark: A Field Guide to Trees of the Northeast is your essential guide to the region’s 67 native and naturalized tree species.Trade Review“This reviewer always assumed that bark was too variable to use as a primary characteristic for tree identification, but natural history/tree researcher Wojtech has proven him wrong. . . . Recommended." * Choice *Table of ContentsForewordPreface1. How to Use This Field Guide2. Bark Structure3. Bark Types4. Secondary Identification Keys 1-75. Bark Ecology,6. SpeciesAcknowledgmentsSuggested ReadingBibliographyIndex
£22.80
