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Remarkable Plants of Texas: Uncommon Accounts of Our Common Natives (Corrie Herring Hooks Series),Used
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With some 6,000 species of plants, Texas has extraordinary botanical wealth and diversity. Learning to identify plants is the first step in understanding their vital role in nature, and many field guides have been published for that purpose. But to fully appreciate how Texas's native plants have sustained people and animals from prehistoric times to the present, you need Remarkable Plants of Texas.In this intriguing book, Matt Warnock Turner explores the littleknown factsbe they archaeological, historical, material, medicinal, culinary, or culturalbehind our familiar botanical landscape. In sixtyfive entries that cover over eighty of our most common native plants from trees, shrubs, and wildflowers to grasses, cacti, vines, and aquatics, he traces our vast array of connections with plants. Turner looks at how people have used plants for food, shelter, medicine, and economic subsistence; how plants have figured in the historical record and in Texas folklore; how plants nourish wildlife; and how some plants have unusual ecological or biological characteristics. Illustrated with over one hundred color photos and organized for easy reference, Remarkable Plants of Texas can function as a guide to individual species as well as an enjoyable natural history of our most fascinating native plants.
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- Q: What is 'Remarkable Plants of Texas' about? A: 'Remarkable Plants of Texas' explores the diverse plant life of Texas, detailing over eighty common native species and their historical, cultural, and ecological significance.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Remarkable Plants of Texas' is Matt Warnock Turner, who provides in-depth insights into the state's botanical wealth.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: 'Remarkable Plants of Texas' has a total of 352 pages, making it a comprehensive resource for plant enthusiasts.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which offers durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in botany? A: Yes, 'Remarkable Plants of Texas' is designed to be accessible for beginners while still providing valuable information for more experienced readers.
- Q: Are there illustrations in this book? A: Yes, the book is illustrated with over one hundred color photos, enhancing the reader's understanding of the plants discussed.
- Q: What kind of plants are covered in this book? A: The book covers a wide range of plants, including trees, shrubs, wildflowers, grasses, cacti, vines, and aquatic plants found in Texas.
- Q: When was 'Remarkable Plants of Texas' published? A: 'Remarkable Plants of Texas' was published on January 1, 2009.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, it is part of the Corrie Herring Hooks Series, which focuses on natural history and botany.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition, indicating it has been used but remains in a satisfactory state for reading and reference.