| Author |
Dodge, Natt N. (Natt Noyes), 1900-1982 |
| LoC No. |
63013471
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| Title |
100 Desert Wildflowers in Natural Color
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| Alternate Title |
One Hundred Desert Wildflowers in Natural Color
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| Credits |
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"100 Desert Wildflowers in Natural Color" by Natt N. Dodge is a scientific publication written in the early 1960s. This comprehensive guide focuses on the diverse and vibrant wildflower species found in the deserts of Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico, including details about their characteristics, environments, and blooming patterns. Ideal for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike, it provides an exploration of 100 notable desert plant species and serves as both a field guide and a visual reference. The opening of the book introduces readers to the concept of desert ecosystems, challenging common perceptions by emphasizing their rich biodiversity. It begins with practical tips for flower photography to help enthusiasts capture the beauty of wildflowers effectively. Following this, the author discusses the conditions that lead to the blooming of desert flora while outlining the complex relationship between rainfall, temperature, and plant diversity. The introduction sets the stage for readers to appreciate the intricate details and ecological importance of the desert flowers they will encounter throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
QK: Science: Botany
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| Subject |
Wild flowers -- Southwestern States
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| Subject |
Desert plants -- Southwest, New
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
54631 |
| Release Date |
Apr 29, 2017 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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