Flowers And Plants Of Victoria And Tasmania
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Tears along folds of jacket.
A comprehensive field guide to the natural flora of southeastern Australia, Flowers and Plants of Victoria and Tasmania presents an authoritative survey of the wildflowers, shrubs, and plant species native to these two distinct and botanically rich regions. Written by a team of expert botanists, the work details identifying characteristics, habitats, and distributions of hundreds of species, making it an indispensable reference for naturalists, hikers, and amateur botanists alike. The tone is precise and scientific yet accessible, striking a balance that serves both the casual enthusiast and the serious student of Australian botany. Richly informative, it illustrates the remarkable diversity of plant life found across Victoria's varied landscapes and Tasmania's unique wilderness, from coastal heathlands to alpine meadows. This collaborative effort by leading authorities in Australian flora remains a trusted and enduring resource for anyone seeking to identify and appreciate the remarkable plant life of the region.
Author: G. R. Cochrane, B. A. Fuhrer, E. R. Rotherham, John And Marion Simmons, J. H. Willis
Format: Hardback
Published: 1980, Reed
Genre: Botany
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Tears along folds of jacket.
A comprehensive field guide to the natural flora of southeastern Australia, Flowers and Plants of Victoria and Tasmania presents an authoritative survey of the wildflowers, shrubs, and plant species native to these two distinct and botanically rich regions. Written by a team of expert botanists, the work details identifying characteristics, habitats, and distributions of hundreds of species, making it an indispensable reference for naturalists, hikers, and amateur botanists alike. The tone is precise and scientific yet accessible, striking a balance that serves both the casual enthusiast and the serious student of Australian botany. Richly informative, it illustrates the remarkable diversity of plant life found across Victoria's varied landscapes and Tasmania's unique wilderness, from coastal heathlands to alpine meadows. This collaborative effort by leading authorities in Australian flora remains a trusted and enduring resource for anyone seeking to identify and appreciate the remarkable plant life of the region.