Scottish Cryptogamic Flora, or Coloured Figures and Descriptions of Cryptogamic Plants, Belonging Chiefly to the Order Fungi, Vol. 3: And Intended to ... of English Botany (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Explore the hidden world of cryptogamic life with detailed plates and precise descriptions.
This volume serves as a continuation of English Botany, presenting a curated look at fungi and mosses with illustrated figures and careful notes. Rich in historical context, it combines taxonomic detail with plates that bring to life the diverse forms found in Britain, including fungi like Thelephora corium and mosses such as Weissia latifolia.
Within its pages you’ll find formal descriptions, habitat notes, and artistically rendered figures that illuminate the appearance and structure of many obscure organisms. The book captures both the science and the wonder of cryptogamic plants, as observed in places around Edinburgh and other field sites from the era.
- Formal species descriptions paired with botanical plates
- Habitat notes and collection details for several British cryptogams
- Historical context and cross-references to contemporaries in the field
- Clear, approachable language suitable for readers of natural history
Ideal for readers interested in historical botany, mycology, and bryology, or anyone curious about the early study of cryptogams.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is an illustrated guide to 150 species of fungi native to the British Isles, most of which exist in or near human habitations. The author, a celebrated botanist and mycologist, wrote this book as supplemental reading to other field guides that mostly focus on edible or poisonous fungi. This guidebook aids in the identification of these lesser-known fungi, including their characteristics, habitat, and the time of year they appear. The text presents microscopic details of the fungi's anatomy, enabling the reader to differentiate each species. The book also discusses the broader scientific context of fungi, provides insight into their relationship with other organisms, and explains their role in the ecosystem. Additionally, the author proposes a new genus, Cribraria, based on the structure of their seed capsules. Overall, this book deepens the reader's understanding and appreciation of the often-overlooked but fascinating world of fungi. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780366176021_0
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