This is the first volume of a series intended to encompass every Brazilian orchid species. In this volume, the authors describe all known species of contained 16 genera, most of which were once known as Oncidium and are closely related to that group. It is the first comprehensive book about known orchid species to be released since 1980. This book is intended to help the student of orchids who wants to expand his knowledge of the range of species in various genera and families, but will also aide those who are hobby growers in identifying their plants so they can more properly care for them and also in educating them about other species they may find interesting.
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Seller: PEMBERLEY NATURAL HISTORY BOOKS BA, ABA, Iver, United Kingdom
Condition: Very Good. 224, numerous col photos, 3 maps. . HB. 4to (280x210mm), orig. laminated boards, light bump to foot of spine. Vg. Text bilingual English/Portuguese. This volume is the first of a proposed series covering the orchids of Brazil, but to date only this volume has been published. Contains 16 genera of Oncidiinae of Brazil and all their species with descriptions and synonyms. Offers a detailed key for each genus and more than 300 attractive close-up photos of plants and flowers for easy identification. [9780983674702]. Seller Inventory # S61354
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