Leonard Cronin - Australian Flora

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groene hardcover met opdruk op voorzijde en rug

Conditieredelijk [titelpagina een klein gaatje, rug/hoekjes orig. kaft kale plekjes]Aantal pagina`s320Uitgavejaar1997Uitgegeven doorReed BooksKaftgroene hardcover met opdruk op voorzijde en rugStofomslagjaISBN0730105040Code [intern]YBL3 Beschrijving boekAanvulling conditie: binding en inhoud boek prima.The essential illustrated reference to Australia's plants.Illustrated by Marion Westmacott, Jenny Taranto, Ruth Berry, Roslyn Devaux.‘Australian Flora’ is a celebration of our plant life, Australia’s plants include some the most interesting species in the world and many are unique to this island continent. The glorious wildflower displays of Western Australia, the grandeur of the Australian eucalypts and the ancient origins of our tree ferns are just a few treasured components of this country’s fascinating flora.Here is a source of easily accessible information and a guide to identification. ‘Australian Flora’ features more than 1000 species, from the delicate blooms of the alpine meadows to the rich wonderland of the tropical rainforests. The carefully selected species include both commonly encountered and distinctive plants from all parts of the continent. The extremely useful text gives thorough descriptions of the plants and where you may expect to find them, and is accompanied by accurate and beautiful paintings of every species.In addition, specially designed visual keys allow for simple identification, while a comprehensive glossary and index complete the book.‘Australian Flora’ is a book for every gardener, bushwalker and naturalist - and indeed, everyone with an interest in Australian plant life.