Palms and Cycads Around the World. A Comprehensive Pictorial Description of Both Species.

ix, 276pp, maps, hundreds color photos, bw ills, maps, index. Prelims, endpages and edges foxed. The upper page edges are stained. Illustratred laminated boards in lightly edge-worn dust-jacket which has a tear from the upper edge of the rear panel. The book contains previously unpublished and unphotographed information on the increasing phenomenon of cycads. All know varieties from around the world are recorded here, while fact and photographs of palms have been fully updated. Sections include the origins of palms and cycads; climatic zones most suitable for theri growth; quick reference charts; indoor and outdoor palms and cycads; how to propagate them and how to control pests and diseases that attack them. Also a comprehensive listing of all palms and cycads with comprehensive description and photo. Size: 4to - 8 3/8" x 111/4".