What Orchid is That?
$65.50
ISBN
9781863028493
By | Alec M. Pridgeon |
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Format | Hardback |
Page Extent | 304 |
Book Size | 317 x 244 x 28 mm (H x W x D) |
Imprint | New Holland Publishers |
Release Date | 1 Jul 2006 |
Subject Classification | Gardening / Gardening: plants |
Learn the fascinating world of dizzying diversity
For centuries the orchid - in all the sizes, shapes, colours and fragrances in which it is found all over the world - has symbolised all that is exotic and mysterious. Far from being beyond the capability of the average plant lover, orchids offer the opportunity to enter a fascinating world of dizzying diversity, where growing a single healthy specimen can be satisfying, but plant collecting can become a passion. -Over 1100 of the most popular and fascinating species. -Colour photographs, classification, natural habitat and location. -Guide to pronouncing the often lengthy names.