Oceanography, Animals & Habitats in Environmental Science, Marine Life - General & Miscellaneous
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Overview
The marshlands along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts are some of the most beautiful and ecologically important areas in the world. This reference book includes more than 400 plants of special interest to students, hunters, fishermen, trappers, and ecologists.Each entry includes a sketch of the plant, where it can be found, Latin and common names, identifying characteristics, and scientific information. Selected plants are illustrated in full-color photographs.
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A guide to the field identification of the vascular plants found in the salt marshes along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of the US. Included are sections on plant taxonomy, phenology, identification of monocotyledons and dicotyledons, comparisons of grasses (Poaceae), sedges (Cyperaceae), and rushes (Juncaceae), and detailed descriptions and illustrations of some 400 plants. With an eight-page (95 plate) color insert. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)Book Details
Published
September 1, 1990
Publisher
Pelican Pub Co Inc
Pages
168
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780882897950