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Examines scientifically the woody relatives of the common iris and crocus. The 13 species, one newly described here, display a variety of forms and strategies to attract pollinators. The evolutionary study employs the cladistic analysis of data from the field, the laboratory, and the herbarium. Well illustrated with drawings and water colors. Includes a glossary without pronunciation. No subject index. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
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