ISBN: 9781333996840 - the cactaceae, vol. 1 (classic reprint): descriptions and illustrations of plants of the cactus family: descriptions and illustrations of plants of the cactus family (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive study of the Cactaceae family, detailing different species of cacti and their characteristics through the study of living, greenhouse, and herbarium specimens found in arid parts of North and South America. Distinct from other texts which address only North American cacti or are incomplete, this work goes further to address the history of scientific investigation and exploration of cacti. The author conducted a series of expeditions to personally collect samples in the wild, utilizing the resources of botanical institutions and herbaria, travelling extensively throughout Mexico, the West Indies, Brazil, and Argentina to gather living material to study and preserve in greenhouses, and for examination of herbarium material. This book presents major revisions of numerous species, and describes 18 new species, correcting previous misidentifications and errors. The author also provides an overview of the current state of cactus science, new discoveries, and the latest developments, shedding light on a fascinating plant family. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…