The Book Of Orchids
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The Book Of Orchids
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Author : Mark W. Chase
language : en
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Release Date : 2017-03-13
The Book Of Orchids written by Mark W. Chase and has been published by University of Chicago Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-03-13 with Gardening categories.
One of every seven flowering plants on earth is an orchid. Some are stunningly over the top; others almost inconspicuous. The Orchidaceae is the second most widely geographically distributed family, after the grasses, yet remains one of the least understood. This book will profile 600 species, representing the remarkable and unexpected diversity and complexity in the taxonomy and phylogeny of these beguiling plants, and the extraordinary means they have evolved in order to ensure the attraction of pollinators. Each species entry includes life-size photographs to capture botanical detail, as well as information on distribution, peak flowering period, and unique attributes--both natural and cultural. The result is a work which will attract and allure, much as the orchids themselves do.
The Book Of Orchids
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Author : W H White
language : en
Publisher: Theclassics.Us
Release Date : 2013-09
The Book Of Orchids written by W H White and has been published by Theclassics.Us this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-09 with categories.
This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1911 edition. Excerpt: ...The greater part of them are East Indian, growing among the Himalayan and other mountain ranges, and some inhabit the Malay Archipelago, the island of Mauritius, and China. From the last-named country comes the curious C. Chinense, which was introduced about the year 1842. The late Dr Lindley appended the following note in his description of this species: --" There is no longer any occasion for speculative minds to occupy themselves with the investigation of the cause that may have led the Chinese to invent strange figures of men and women with their chins perpetually in motion, for here is the explanation of it. We have here a plant from China, one of whose lobes is exactly like a tongue and chin, which are so unstable as to be in a state of continual oscillation. The flowers are arranged in a circle, and all look outwards, so that on whatever side the umbel is regarded it still presents to the eye the same row of grinning faces and wagging chins." Cirrhopetalum Medusa is another curious and interesting species. The scape is erect, and bears upon its apex a large, dense, globose cluster of flowers, which are cream-coloured, freckled with pink, two sepals of each flower being so much lengthened out as to give the spike the appearance of a head with very long dishevelled hair, hence the mythological name of Medusz. There are many varieties among the Cirrhopetalums which are not only curious, but are really handsome in appearance. Prominent among these is the plume-bearing C. Rothschildianum, the prevailing colour of whose flower is bright crimson purple, blotches of clear yellow appearing on the sepals, the triangular grooved hinged labellum being purple, and the whole flower so attractive that it commands attention from everyone....
The Book Of Orchids
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Author : W. H. White (F.R.H.S.)
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1911
The Book Of Orchids written by W. H. White (F.R.H.S.) and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1911 with Orchid culture categories.
The Book Of Orchids
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Author : W. H. White (F.R.H.S.)
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1902
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The Orchid Thief
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Author : Susan Orlean
language : en
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Release Date : 2011-07-20
The Orchid Thief written by Susan Orlean and has been published by Ballantine Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-07-20 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK A modern classic of personal journalism, The Orchid Thief is Susan Orlean’s wickedly funny, elegant, and captivating tale of an amazing obsession. Determined to clone an endangered flower—the rare ghost orchid Polyrrhiza lindenii—a deeply eccentric and oddly attractive man named John Laroche leads Orlean on an unforgettable tour of America’s strange flower-selling subculture, through Florida’s swamps and beyond, along with the Seminoles who help him and the forces of justice who fight him. In the end, Orlean—and the reader—will have more respect for underdog determination and a powerful new definition of passion. In this new edition, coming fifteen years after its initial publication and twenty years after she first met the “orchid thief,” Orlean revisits this unforgettable world, and the route by which it was brought to the screen in the film Adaptation, in a new retrospective essay. Look for special features inside. Join the Random House Reader’s Circle for author chats and more. Praise for The Orchid Thief “Stylishly written, whimsical yet sophisticated, quirkily detailed and full of empathy . . . The Orchid Thief shows [Orlean’s] gifts in full bloom.”—The New York Times Book Review “Fascinating . . . an engrossing journey [full] of theft, hatred, greed, jealousy, madness, and backstabbing.”—Los Angeles Times “Orlean’s snapshot-vivid, pitch-perfect prose . . . is fast becoming one of our national treasures.”—The Washington Post Book World “Orlean’s gifts [are] her ear for the self-skewing dialogue, her eye for the incongruous, convincing detail, and her Didion-like deftness in description.”—Boston Sunday Globe “A swashbuckling piece of reporting that celebrates some virtues that made America great.”—The Wall Street Journal
Complete Guide To Orchids
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Author : Ortho Books
language : en
Publisher: Meredith Books
Release Date : 2005-01-18
Complete Guide To Orchids written by Ortho Books and has been published by Meredith Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-01-18 with Gardening categories.
Slecting, growing and displaying Orchids. Endorsed by the American Orchid Society.
The Book Of Orchids
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Author : W. H. White
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1911
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The Essential Guide To Growing Orchids In The Tropics
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Author : Chia Tet Fatt
language : en
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd
Release Date : 2012-03-15
The Essential Guide To Growing Orchids In The Tropics written by Chia Tet Fatt and has been published by Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-03-15 with Gardening categories.
The Essential Guide to Growing Orchids in the Tropics is the first book on orchid cultivation to be written specifically for growers in tropical countries and to include advice on growing them in tropical lowlands and highlands, wet and dry climates, and in urban environments such as on balconies and indoors. The book will appeal to all types of orchid lovers, as it is structured with two main sections: step-by-step basics for those growing orchids for the first time; and more comprehensive advice for orchid hobbyists and those who wish to learn more about orchid propagation and hybridisation. Also included is a comprehensive listing of the growing require-ments of the most popular varieties of orchids found in the tropics. This is invaluable for choosing the right plants for particular locales. The author is among the region’s leading orchid scientists; this practical guide to orchid growing is based on scientific research and is written in a down-to-earth style that makes it easy to understand.
The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Orchids
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Author : Alec M. Pridgeon
language : en
Publisher: Timber Press (OR)
Release Date : 2006
The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Orchids written by Alec M. Pridgeon and has been published by Timber Press (OR) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Orchid culture categories.
Covers 1,100 common species of orchids with descriptions, names, geographic distribution, and recommendations for successful cultivation.
The Orchid Whisperer
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Author : Bruce Rogers
language : en
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Release Date : 2012-04-27
The Orchid Whisperer written by Bruce Rogers and has been published by Chronicle Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-04-27 with Gardening categories.
An extensive, easy-to-read guide to growing healthy orchids again and again, perfect for beginners, as well as experts looking for new tricks. Orchids are more popular than ever but can be intimidating in their exotic beauty. In this start-to-finish guide, acclaimed orchid expert Bruce Rogers demystifies the growing process so you can watch your plants thrive and bloom year after year. The Orchid Whisperer outlines: · How to buy orchids: What to look for, how to get the most for your money, and what questions to ask for · Essentials for orchid care: Watering, fertilizing, repotting, and common myths · Popular easy-to-grow orchid types and what to know about them · Creative decorating ideas: Choosing containers, displaying orchids, and how to create centerpieces and garlands · And much more Packed with expert advice and helpful tips and featuring more than one hundred beautiful color photographs of breathtaking plants, The Orchid Whisperer is a must-have for orchid lovers of every stripe. Praise for The Orchid Whisperer “In layman’s language, Rogers shares his recommendations for plant selection, repotting, watering, and fertilizing most of the tropicals you will find at local markets. Sections such as “Orchid True and False” and “Location, Location, Location” share practical advice with a splash of humor.” —Marin Independent Journal “An eminently intelligent and attractive book for beginning orchid growers. Rogers’ language is engaging and humorous, and strikes the right balance between being easy to read and needing a science degree to understand. . . . The Orchid Whisperer is one to put on the holiday list for novice orchidists.” —Orchids