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Compendium Floræ Philadelphicæ, Vol. 2 of 2: Containing a Description of the Indigenous and Naturalized Plants Found Within a Circuit of Ten Miles Around Philadelphia (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

William P. C. Barton

 
9781332920730: Compendium Floræ Philadelphicæ, Vol. 2 of 2: Containing a Description of the Indigenous and Naturalized Plants Found Within a Circuit of Ten Miles Around Philadelphia (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book, a significant contribution to the field of botany, presents a detailed account of the flora observed growing in the vicinity of Philadelphia. Published in 1814, the book serves as a valuable historical record of the region's plant life at that time. The author's emphasis on describing the flowers' appearance, including their measurements, allows for accurate identification and comparison with present-day species, making this book an invaluable reference for botanists. It also provides insights into the methods of taxonomy and classification used during the early 19th century, offering a glimpse into the evolution of botanical science.

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