Title: The Botanical Works of the Late George Engelmann: Collected for Henry Shaw, Esq. (Classic Reprint)
Publisher: Forgotten Books Nov 2018
Publication Date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0265965241
ISBN 13: 9780265965245
Binding: Buch
Condition: Neu
Dimensions: 1,143 millimeters width by 152 millimeters height by 40 millimeters depth
Weight: 746 grams

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Explore the meticulous botanical notes of a 19th‑century plant scholar, with detailed observations on cacti and related flora.

This edition gathers Engelmann’s archival work on Opuntia and other cactus groups, offering clear, concrete descriptions that help readers understand plant form, structure, and variation without requiring advanced jargon.

The book presents a focused slice of Engelmann’s expertise, preserving the scientific tone and historical context that made his work influential. It includes explanatory notes and references that illuminate how plant classification and field observations were formed in the era.

In‑depth species notes, measurements, and seed and fruit descriptions
Taxonomic discussion and comparisons across related cactus groups
Plates and plates captions illustrating key species and specimens
An index and addenda that help situate the material within its historical literature

Ideal for readers of historical botany, cactus enthusiasts, and scholars seeking a window into Engelmann’s botanical method and the era’s plant science.

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