First Book of Botany: Being an Introduction to the Study of the Anatomy and Physiology of Plants, Suited for Beginners (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

John Hutton Balfour

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265589487 ISBN 13: 9780265589489

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Start learning the building blocks of plant life with a clear, beginner-friendly introduction.

This book presents the anatomy and physiology of plants in an approachable way, focusing on roots, stems, leaves, and flowers as the main nutritive and reproductive organs.

In plain language, it explains how plants grow, how their parts connect, and how observation leads to accurate description. It also introduces key terms and concepts that help readers see the world of plants with new curiosity and confidence.

• Foundations of plant structure: root systems, stems, and leaf formation
• How leaves vary in form and function, and what “leaf-law” means for growth
• The flower explained: calyx, corolla, stamens, pistil, and how they come together
• Timing and patterns of flowering, aestivation, and how flowers open and close

Ideal for readers starting botany, this edition lays groundwork for more detailed study of plant form and life cycles.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265589487
• ISBN 13: 9780265589489
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 146