Handbook of the Flora of Philadelphia and Vicinity, Containing Data Relating to the Plants Within the Following Radius (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Ida A. Keller

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0483067601 ISBN 13: 9780483067608

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the flora of Philadelphia and its nearby regions with a compact, field-ready handbook.

This reference compiles data on plants within a defined radius that covers parts of eastern Pennsylvania, northern Delaware, and southern New Jersey, offering a practical tool for field study and local natural history.

The book follows a clear, catalog-style format modeled after Britton’s manual, presenting species data in a structured, easy-to-use way. It emphasizes real-world use in the field, with practical notes on habitats and flowering times. While focused on a specific region, the work remains a dependable reference for botanists and nature lovers visiting or researching Philadelphia’s plant life.

• Systematic species entries with common names and key identifying information
• Habitat notes and flowering periods to aid field observations
• Contributors’ data and local revisions for Bucks, Delaware, and surrounding counties
• A general key and abbreviations to help interpret the entries quickly

Ideal for readers who study local flora, amateur naturalists, and professional botanists focusing on the Philadelphia area.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0483067601
• ISBN 13: 9780483067608
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 374