Slipper Orchids Of The Tropical Americas
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Slipper Orchids Of The Tropical Americas
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Author : Phillip Cribb
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2017-07-10
Slipper Orchids Of The Tropical Americas written by Phillip Cribb and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-07-10 with Slipper orchids categories.
Slipper orchids are amongst the most popular of all cultivated orchids. They are widely grown and have been hybridised for almost a century and a half. This book covers the tropical American species of three genera of slipper orchids, Selenipedium, Mexipedium and Phragmipedium. Until fairly recently the slipper orchid scene has been dominated by the tropical Asian species of the genus Paphiopedilum, however the discovery of a suite of spectacular new species, particularly in the genus Phragmipedium and of the monotypic Mexipedium xerophyticum,a true missing link, has transformed appreciation of the tropical American slipper orchid species. The new generation of hybrids that have resulted are showy, brightly coloured and long-lasting - favourites on the show bench and in the amateur greenhouse.This is the first monograph in English to cover the tropical American slipper orchids. Written by Phillip Cribb, perhaps the leading orchid taxonomist in the world, together with Christopher Purver, Director of the Eric Young Orchid Foundation, on the Isle of Jersey, renowned for its Phragmipedium breeding program.The authors provide a detailed systematic treatment of the genera and species, including their history,taxonomy, description, keys, distribution, cytology and ecology. A history of the breeding ofPhragmipedium hyrids since the second half of the 19th century deals with the revolution broughtabout by the discovery of the amazing scarlet -flowered P.besseae and the spectacular royal purple P. kovachii. Future breeding trends are also covered and the cultivation of these desirable plants is also discussed.Beautifully illustrated throughout with colour botanical paintings by Carol Woodin, as well as black andwhite line drawings, colour photographs and maps.
Orchids Of Tropical America
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Author : Joe E. Meisel
language : en
Publisher: Cornell University Press
Release Date : 2015-12-15
Orchids Of Tropical America written by Joe E. Meisel and has been published by Cornell University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-12-15 with Gardening categories.
Orchids of Tropical America is an entertaining, informative, and splendidly illustrated introduction to the orchid family for enthusiasts and newcomers seeking to learn about more than 120 widespread orchid genera. Joe E. Meisel, Ronald S. Kaufmann, and Franco Pupulin bring alive the riot of colors, extraordinary shapes, and varied biology and ecology of the principal orchid genera ranging from Mexico and the Caribbean to Bolivia and Brazil. Orchids, likely the most diverse family of plants on earth, reach their peak diversity in the tropical countries of the Western Hemisphere, including, for example, more than 2,500 species in Brazil and 4,000 in Ecuador. The book also highlights reserves in the American tropics where travelers can enjoy orchids in the wild. Whether you journey abroad to see these unique plants, raise them in your home, or admire them from afar, this book offers fascinating insights into the diversity and natural history of orchids. Beyond the plant and flower descriptions, Orchids of Tropical America is packed with informative stories about the ecology and history of each genus. Pollination ecology is given in detail, with an emphasis on how floral features distinctive to the genus are linked to interaction with pollinators. This book also features information on medicinal and commercial uses, notes on the discoverers, and relevant historical data. The easy-to-use identification system permits quick recognition of the most common orchid groups in Central and South America. Genus descriptions are given in plain language designed for a nonscientific audience but will prove highly useful to advanced botanists as well. Descriptions focus on external morphology, and great care has been taken to ensure the guide is useful in the field without reliance on microscopes or dissections. Equally valuable as a field guide, a desktop reference, or a gift, Orchids of Tropical America will make an excellent addition to any orchid lover’s library. Visit the website for this book at www.orchidsoftropicalamerica.com.
Tropical Slipper Orchids
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Author : Harold Koopowitz
language : en
Publisher: Timber Pr
Release Date : 2008-01-15
Tropical Slipper Orchids written by Harold Koopowitz and has been published by Timber Pr this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-01-15 with Gardening categories.
Offers a comprehensive, informative manual on how to grow, collect, and hybridize a variety of beautiful slipper orchids, offering detailed descriptions of a wide range paphiodpedilum and phragmidpedium orchid species, as well as essential care, cultivation, and plant selection guidelines.
Monograph Of All Tropical And Subtropical Asiatic Slipper Orchids
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Author : Guido J. Braem
language : de
Publisher:
Release Date : 1988
Monograph Of All Tropical And Subtropical Asiatic Slipper Orchids written by Guido J. Braem and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1988 with Orchids categories.
The Tropical Asiatic Slipper Orchids
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Author : Keith Stanley Bennett
language : en
Publisher: Angus & Robertson Publishers
Release Date : 1984
The Tropical Asiatic Slipper Orchids written by Keith Stanley Bennett and has been published by Angus & Robertson Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1984 with Orchids categories.
The Tropical Asiatic Slipper Orchids Genus Paphiopedilum
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Author : Keith S. Bennett
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1984
The Tropical Asiatic Slipper Orchids Genus Paphiopedilum written by Keith S. Bennett and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1984 with categories.
The Best Orchids For Indoors
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Author : Charles Marden Fitch
language : en
Publisher: Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Release Date : 2004
The Best Orchids For Indoors written by Charles Marden Fitch and has been published by Brooklyn Botanic Garden this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Gardening categories.
From the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, a series The New York Times calls a "brilliant collection of gardening books." This manual is a goldmine of practical and inspirational information, and a great value too. Orchid lovers will delight in this guide to indoor cultivation. Fitch, a member of the who’s who of orchid specialists, presents the newest, most exciting, and most spectacular tropical varieties. Published in association with the American Orchid Society, this volume offers lots of helpful advice for making orchids thrive, as well as a comprehensive encyclopedia of different species. From the Brooklyn Botanic Garden series that The New York Times calls a “brilliant collection of gardening books.”
Orchids Of Tropical America
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Author : Joe E. Meisel
language : en
Publisher: Comstock Publishing Associates
Release Date : 2014
Orchids Of Tropical America written by Joe E. Meisel and has been published by Comstock Publishing Associates this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014 with Nature categories.
"The authors of this introductory text are acknowledged experts on tropical American orchids with decades of combined experience of orchids in both the wild and culture. You could not find a better trio of enthusiasts and specialists to introduce you to the wonderful and occasionally bizarre world of tropical American orchids."—from the Foreword by Phillip J. Cribb Orchids of Tropical America is an entertaining, informative, and splendidly illustrated introduction to the orchid family for enthusiasts and newcomers seeking to learn about more than 120 widespread orchid genera. Joe E. Meisel, Ronald S. Kaufmann, and Franco Pupulin bring alive the riot of colors, extraordinary shapes, and varied biology and ecology of the principal orchid genera ranging from Mexico and the Caribbean to Bolivia and Brazil. Orchids, likely the most diverse family of plants on earth, reach their peak diversity in the tropical countries of the Western Hemisphere, including, for example, more than 2,500 species in Brazil and 4,000 in Ecuador. The book also highlights reserves in the American tropics where travelers can enjoy orchids in the wild. Whether you journey abroad to see these unique plants, raise them in your home, or admire them from afar, this book offers fascinating insights into the diversity and natural history of orchids. Beyond the plant and flower descriptions, Orchids of Tropical America is packed with informative stories about the ecology and history of each genus. Pollination ecology is given in detail, with an emphasis on how floral features distinctive to the genus are linked to interaction with pollinators. This book also features information on medicinal and commercial uses, notes on the discoverers, and relevant historical data. The easy-to-use identification system permits quick recognition of the most common orchid groups in Central and South America. Genus descriptions are given in plain language designed for a nonscientific audience but will prove highly useful to advanced botanists as well. Descriptions focus on external morphology, and great care has been taken to ensure the guide is useful in the field without reliance on microscopes or dissections. Equally valuable as a field guide, a desktop reference, or a gift, Orchids of Tropical America will make an excellent addition to any orchid lover's library. Visit the website for this book at www.orchidsoftropicalamerica.com.
Slipper Orchids Of Borneo
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Author : Phillip Cribb
language : en
Publisher: Natural History Publications (Borneo)
Release Date : 1997
Slipper Orchids Of Borneo written by Phillip Cribb and has been published by Natural History Publications (Borneo) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997 with Gardening categories.
Slipper orchids, of the genus Paphiopedilum, vie with pitcher plants as Borneo's most spectacularplants. Sadly, many are now rare in the wild and threatened with extinction. In this book, the history, taxonomy, distribution and biology of these extraordinary plants are described. Illustratedthroughout with all the species described pictured.
Genera Orchidacearum Volume 1 Apostasioideae And Cypripedioideae
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Author : Alec M. Pridgeon
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 1999-08-19
Genera Orchidacearum Volume 1 Apostasioideae And Cypripedioideae written by Alec M. Pridgeon and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999-08-19 with Gardening categories.
Orchids are among the most popular and widely collected of plant families, with tropical species and hybrids cultivated all over the world. In Genera Orchidacearum, Volume One, a comprehensive, robust classification of orchids is provided with descriptions of individual species and cultivational information. It includes comprehensive coverage on Cypripedioideae, the slipper orchids--one of the most attractive and popular of all. Superbly illustrated with contributions from over 50 international experts, this volume is indispensable for scientists, breeders, and collectors.
