The heathery; or, A monograph of the genus Erica. vol. 5 by Andrews

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Author Andrews, Henry Cranke, active 1799-1828
Title The heathery; or, A monograph of the genus Erica. vol. 5
Original Publication United Kingdom: Henry G. Bohn, 1845.
Note Reading ease score: 54.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Heathery; or, A Monograph of the Genus Erica. vol. 5" by H. C. Andrews is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This volume is part of a multi-volume set dedicated to exploring the genus Erica, which encompasses a diverse group of flowering plants commonly known as heathers. With detailed colored engravings and Latin and English descriptions, the book serves as a comprehensive guide to the various known species within this fascinating plant family. The content of the book provides meticulous descriptions of numerous species of Erica, presenting each with detailed anatomical features, blooming periods, and native habitats. Andrews systematically categorizes the plants with descriptions that include floral structures, leaf arrangements, and growth habits. For instance, the volume features distinct species such as Erica Andromedæflora, with its axillary white flowers and robust shrub-like form, and Erica splendidens, characterized by its bright red trumpet-shaped flowers. This reference book is a valuable resource for botanists, horticulturists, and anyone interested in the biodiversity of flora found in regions like the Cape of Good Hope, where many Erica species are native. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QK: Science: Botany
Subject Ericas
Subject Ericas -- Pictorial works
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