The First Lines of Botany, or Primer to the Linnean System: Being a Simplified Introduction to a Knowledge of the Vegetable Kingdom, Including the Structure, Functions, and Phenomena, Natural and Chem - Hardcover

J. S. Forsyth

9780266609827: The First Lines of Botany, or Primer to the Linnean System: Being a Simplified Introduction to a Knowledge of the Vegetable Kingdom, Including the Structure, Functions, and Phenomena, Natural and Chem

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ISBN 10: 0266609821 ISBN 13: 9780266609827

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Explore the science of plants with a clear, practical guide to botany.

This beginner-friendly edition introduces the tools and ideas used to study the vegetable world, from stems and leaves to classification and plant life processes.

In accessible chapters, you’ll discover how plants grow, how they take in air and light, and how scientists classify them using Linnaeus’s system. The book blends explanations of plant anatomy with hands-on ideas about observing nature, field study, and the practical uses of plants in everyday life. Rich examples and plainly written sections make complex topics like respiration, sap flow, and the functions of roots, stems, and leaves easier to grasp.
What you’ll experience

Clear explanations of plant structure, including the base, apex, margins, and surfaces of leaves
A practical look at growth, reproduction, and how plants interact with air and light
An introduction to plant classification, with notes on the major Linnaean classes and orders
Guides to recognizing poisonous versus edible mushrooms and other notable plant features

Ideal for curious beginners, students, and anyone who wants to start observing the plant world with confidence. This edition is a solid starting point for building a practical, observation-based understanding of botany.

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