Author: G. ArgentPublisher: Sterling/Main Street
ISBN:
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 402
Book Description
A modern scientific account of vierya rhododenron for rhododenron enthusiasts.
Rhododendrons of Subgenus Vireya
Author: G. ArgentPublisher:
ISBN: 9781910877074
Category : Rhododendrons
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Vireya rhododendrons are an attractive group of plants with a greater diversity of flower form than any other group of rhododendrons. They are widely grown around the world for their beautiful and sometimes powerfully perfumed flowers. This enlarged second edition incorporates new material, including 10 new species and many new and improved illustrations.
Rhododendron
Author: Richard MilnePublisher: Reaktion Books
ISBN: 1780238819
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 275
Book Description
Has ever a plant inspired such love and such hatred as the rhododendron? Its beauty is inarguable; it can clothe whole hillsides and gardens with a blanket of vibrant color. The rhododendron has a propensity towards sexual infidelity, making it very popular with horticultural breeding programs. And it can also be used as an herbal remedy for an astonishing range of ailments. But there is a darker side to these gorgeous flowers. Daphne du Maurier used the red rhododendron as a symbol of blood in her best-selling novel Rebecca, and numerous Chinese folktales link the plant with tragedy and death. It can poison livestock and intoxicate humans, and its narcotic honey has been used as a weapon of war. Rhododendron ponticum has run riot across the British countryside, but the full story of this implacable invader contains many fascinating surprises. In this beautifully illustrated volume, Richard Milne explores the many ways in which the rhododendron has influenced human societies, relating this to the extraordinary story of the plant’s evolution. Over one thousand species of the plant exist, ranging from rugged trees on Himalayan slopes to rock-hugging alpines, and delicate plants perched on rainforest branches. Milne relays tales of mythical figures, intrepid collectors, and eccentric plant breeders. However much you may think you know about the rhododendron, this charming book will offer something new.
Pocket Guide to Rhododendron Species
Author: John F. J. McQuirePublisher: Royal Botanic Gardens Kew
ISBN:
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 712
Book Description
This handy guidebook highlights the most important morphological features relevant to the recognition and identification of virtually every currently cultivated species of rhododendron. The more than seven hundred photographs in the volume present detailed illustrations of every aspect of the plants, accompanied by succinct descriptions of such characteristics as flower color, height, and leaf characteristics--which are crucial aids to identification when rhododendrons are not in bloom. Fully up to date, Pocket Guide to Rhododendron Species is certain to become the standard field guide to these flowers.
Author: James Cullen
Author: George ArgentRhododendrons of Singalila National Park: A Field Guide
Author: Upakar RaiPublisher: Blue Rose Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 112
Book Description
"Rhododendrons of Singalila National Park: A Field Guide" is a comprehensive and meticulously crafted book that serves as an essential companion for exploring the enchanting world of an iconic rhododendrons of Singalila National Park. This guidebook begins with a historical overview of the genus discussing global distribution and the Indian perspective. It provides identification keys, detailed botanical descriptions, field identification, and illustrations based on live specimens of 21 taxa including a new species and variety discovered within the park. GPS locations of rare and endemic taxa are provided. Additionally, it also includes information on the history of the national park, vegetation, ecology, and trek routes are described in detail to understand the study area. The book examines the threats faced by rhododendrons in the park and proposes conservation measures. It will be an invaluable resource to botanists, conservationists, researchers, and plant lovers.
Horticultural Flora of South-Eastern Australia
Author: Roger SpencerPublisher: UNSW Press
ISBN: 9780868403038
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 674
Book Description
Flowering Plants: Dicotyledons Part 1is the second in the series. Covering South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania, New South Wales and southern Queensland, the series is a useful guide to temperate plants in other parts of Australia and in New Zealand.
Book # 1 Tree - 3500 Plant Species of the Botanic Gardens of Indonesia
Author: Publisher: PT SUKARYA & SUKARYA PANDETAMA
ISBN: 6021876822
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 550
Book Description
A tree is defined as a woody perennial plant, having a single elongated trunk with several branches spreading at a certain height which give shape to its canopy (crown). The trunk usually has a minimum diameter of 10 cm at chest height. The leaves may be deciduous (falling seasonally) or evergreen. Young trees with a trunk measuring less than 10 cm in diameter are called saplings. Most tree species are flowering plants or conifers. They are distributed throughout the world, with the highest diversity in rainforests of the tropical regions. The majority of tree species belong to the families Dipterocarpaceae (Dipterocarps), Fagaceae (Beech family) and Lauraceae (Laurel family). Trees are used to produce a variety of our needs, including timber, furniture, paper and medicine. They also play an important role in preserving the environment (ecosystems) by preventing land degradation and erosion, producing oxygen and absorbing carbon dioxide and managing microclimates.
Symmetry In Plants
Author: Denis BarabePublisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814499153
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 888
Book Description
The book deals with biological, mathematical, descriptive, causal and systemic phyllotaxis. It aims at reflecting the widest possible range of ideas and research closely related to phyllotaxis and contains 30 well illustrated chapters.The book has three parts of equal importance. The first two parts concern data collecting, pattern recognition and pattern generation to which students of phyllotaxis are well accustomed. The third part is devoted to the problem of origins of phyllotactic patterns, giving the field of phyllotaxis the universality it requires to be fully understood.Phyllotaxis-like patterns are found in places where genes are not necessarily present. Part III concerns general comparative morphology, homologies with phyllotactic patterns, and recent trends on evolution that can help to understand phyllotaxis.The distinguished researchers who accepted to participate in the production of this book, strongly contributed to the field of phyllotaxis in the past and have devoted a lot of their time to the fascinating subject coming up with most valuable findings, or are newcomers with original ideas that may be very relevant for the future of the field. The book summarizes and updates their contributions, and promotes new avenues in the treatment of phyllotaxis.This book on mathematical and biological phyllotaxis is the first collective book ever. A landmark in the history of phyllotaxis.
