Though often considered exotic and rare, orchids actually can be found across climates and continents and Minnesota is exception. The state is home to forty-nine wild orchids, occurring in every county. With a little patience, a modicum of outdoor experience, and this handy book, any Minnesotan can discover the common species of orchids in the wild.Native Orchids of Minnesota features detailed drawings and color photographs that make reliable identification practical even for beginners. In-depth discussions of habitats and natural history for each species reveal intricate ecological relationships and seldom-seen aspects of orchid biology. The book includes distribution maps for each species of wild orchid found in Minnesota as well as maps showing generalized distribution throughout North America. It also contains a phelogy chart depicting the range of flowering dates and a comprehensive glossary of terms.Native Orchids of Minnesota is both a guide and a resource for the serious naturalist, the weekend botanist, and the conisseur of natural beauty.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
University of Minnesota Press
ISBN-10
0816678235
ISBN-13
9780816678235
eBay Product ID (ePID)
113872846
Product Key Features
Author
Welby R. Smith
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Subject
Gardening
Dimensions
Weight
880g
Height
229mm
Width
178mm
Additional Product Features
Place of Publication
Minnesota
Spine
23mm
Illustrator(s)
Vera Ming Wong
Content Note
93 B&W, 174 Colour Photos, 3 Maps
Author Biography
Welby R. Smith is the state botanist with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources in St. Paul. He is the author of Trees and Shrubs of Minnesota and a contributor to Minnesota s Endangered Flora and Fauna, both published by Minnesota.
Date of Publication
23/04/2012
Imprint
University of Minnesota Press
Genre
Gardening
Country of Publication
United States
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