Discover rare living specimens in a richly illustrated botanical volume.
Refugium Botanicum, Vol. 3 presents full plates and concise descriptions of little known or new plants, drawn from living plants and shared by collectors. Edited by W. Wilson Saunders and with descriptions by J. G. Baker, this edition continues the series’ tradition of clear, practical plant notes for greenhouse and garden enthusiasts.
This volume features a diverse range of genera, including Hibbertia, Pelargonium, Scilla, and Drimia, with careful notes on habit, leaves, flowers, and growth needs. Each plate pairs a detailed illustration with a descriptive text you can use to identify and grow these plants in similar conditions.
- Learn about plant form: growth habit, leaf shape, and flowering details for several lesser-known species
- Practical cultivation notes: greenhouse or outdoor needs, soil preferences, and size expectations
- Visual references: multiple plates show leaves, stems, flowers, and fruits to aid identification
- Historical context: see how 19th‑century botanists documented living specimens
Ideal for readers of historical horticulture, plant collectors, and greenhouse hobbyists seeking unusual additions to their collection.