Flora of the Colosseum of Rome, or Illustrations and Descriptions of Four Hundred and Twenty Plants Growing Spontaneously Upon the Ruins of the Colosseum of Rome (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Richard Deakin

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0366737864 ISBN 13: 9780366737864

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the living plants that crowd the ruins of Rome's Colosseum.

This reference guide offers a thorough look at the flora that grows spontaneously on the ancient structure, with careful observations and practical notes grounded in botanical description.

This edition surveys hundreds of species through detailed genus-by-genus entries, blending natural history with illustrated depictions. Readers will encounter careful classifications and accessible explanations of plant form, habitat, and uses, alongside historical notes about how these species were viewed in different eras.

• Clear species profiles drawn from real field observations on historic ruins
• Plain language explanations of plant form, growth, and natural habitats
• Illustrative details that help identify plants commonly found on old walls and ruins
• Context on historical uses and cultural significance of several species

Ideal for readers of botanical history, travel-inspired nature writing, and anyone curious about the living green life around ancient monuments.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0366737864
• ISBN 13: 9780366737864
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 258