The Botanical Atlas, Vol. 2: A Guide to the Practical Study of Plants Containing Representatives of the Leading Forms of Plant Life; Cryptogams (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Daniel McAlpine

9780265814215: The Botanical Atlas, Vol. 2: A Guide to the Practical Study of Plants Containing Representatives of the Leading Forms of Plant Life; Cryptogams (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0265814219 ISBN 13: 9780265814215

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Explore the practical study of cryptogams through detailed plates and expert observation.

This edition presents plate-by-plate illustrations and accessible notes on algae, fungi, mosses, lichens, and related forms. It emphasizes real-world specimens, microscope-ready detail, and hands-on examination to help readers identify and understand these diverse plant life forms.

See common and a few uncommon cryptogams illustrated with clear captions, including algae like Gloeocapsa and Volvox, molds such as Penicillium, and photos of Iceland moss and rusts.
Learn how these organisms grow, reproduce, and interact with their environments, with step-by-step examination guidance.
Understand the life histories and relationships between fungi, algae, and mosses as shown in the plates.
Gain context for practical study with authentic examples that bridge observation and taxonomy.

Ideal for students, naturalists, and curious readers who want a hands-on, visual introduction to the world of non-seed plants and related organisms.

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