Sylva Telluriana (Classic Reprint)

C. S. Rafinesque

ISBN 10: 1330541820 / ISBN 13: 9781330541821

Published by Forgotten Books, 2022

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book is an extensive encyclopedia of the world's trees and shrubs. It includes detailed descriptions and insights on over one thousand types of woody vegetation, incorporating the author's many years of research and fieldwork. The author himself collected and analyzed the species in their natural habitats, providing firsthand accounts of their characteristics, growth patterns, and geographical distribution. The book is organized into 100 chapters, each concentrating on a specific genus or family of trees and shrubs. These chapters explore the unique properties and uses of each species, including their medicinal, industrial, and culinary applications. The author also delves into the historical significance and cultural associations of different trees and shrubs, providing a comprehensive overview of their role in human societies. This book is a valuable resource for botanists, horticulturalists, and anyone interested in the diverse world of woody plants. It offers a wealth of information on the identification, classification, and uses of trees and shrubs, making it an essential guide for professionals and enthusiasts alike. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781330541821_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Sylva Telluriana (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330541820
• ISBN 13: 9781330541821
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Flora

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Synopsis

Explore the living map of North American trees and shrubs .

This edition collects Rafinesque’s wide-ranging observations, corrections, and classifications to illuminate how natural groups of plants are formed and revised over time. It’s a concise reference for readers who want a clear view of botanical thought and the evolving science behind naming and grouping flora.

Delve into organized discussions of plant families, natural orders, and the practical details that guide taxonomic work. The book traces the author’s method for building and revising tree and shrub classifications, with notes on appendices, indexes, and the challenges of accurately describing diverse species. It’s a focused resource for students, researchers, and plant enthusiasts who value historical perspectives on botany.

• Foundational concepts in plant classification and the structure of natural orders
• Notes on revisions, corrections, and monographic approaches to genera
• Insights into how plant groups are defined, compared, and indexed
• A view into the practical work of compiling Flora Telluriana and related flora

Ideal for readers of historical botany, taxonomy, and North American flora who want a window into early systematic study and its ongoing development.