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A Guide to Tropical Plants of Costa Rica,Used
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Ranging from miniature epiphytic orchids to towering trees, and from mangrove forests lining coastal waterways to highelevation cloud forests, Costa Rica's rich and varied flora attracts casual visitors as well as professional botanists. A Guide to Tropical Plants of Costa Rica, the first popular treatment to include plants from all regions of the country, is an indispensable guide to the country's native and exotic species.This book is beautifully illustrated with more than 540 photographs taken in the field, each depicting an entire plant or a closer view of flowers or fruits. Instructive penandink drawings of botanical details also accompany many of the accounts. The text clearly explains each plant's identifying characteristics and reveals fascinating facts about its natural history, chemical properties, and medicinal and other uses. Sidebars throughout the book elaborate on unusual uses of plants, distinct attributes of certain plant families, plants of particular microhabitats, and other topics of interest.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'A Guide to Tropical Plants of Costa Rica'? A: The book provides a comprehensive overview of the diverse flora of Costa Rica, including native and exotic species, covering various ecosystems from coastal mangroves to high-elevation cloud forests.
- Q: How many photographs are included in the book? A: The guide features more than 540 photographs taken in the field, showcasing entire plants as well as close-up views of flowers and fruits.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A Guide to Tropical Plants of Costa Rica' is Willow Zuchowski.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is classified as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may show signs of wear but is still in very good condition.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on December 1, 2006.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The guide consists of 529 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for both casual readers and professionals? A: Yes, the book is designed to appeal to both casual visitors and professional botanists, making it a valuable resource for a wide audience.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, in addition to photographs, the book includes instructive pen-and-ink drawings of botanical details accompanying many plant accounts.
- Q: What additional information does the book provide about the plants? A: The text explains identifying characteristics of each plant and offers insights into their natural history, chemical properties, and various uses, including medicinal applications.