The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Orchids

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Orchids

ReviewA necessary and, therefore, highly recommended acquisition for any library with botanical or gardening readers. -- L.G. Kavaljian, July/August 1993Fills the bill with a rich array of color photographs. -- Donald S. Heintzelman, NW Press, December 13, 1999Highly recommended for its beautiful photograph and readable, accessible information... popular addition to any general or botanical collection. -- Biological Sciences, ARBA 1994This is the ultimate guide to orchids. -- Virginia S. Mraz, The Florida Gardener, Spring 1998the best single volume on the subject and number 7 on Timbers bestseller list. -- Pat Jonas, Brooklyn Botanic GardenThis handsome reference, now available in paperback, is sure to delight gardeners with a casual interest in orchids as well as the committed enthusiast and professional. Encompassing a wide spectrum of orchid genera, over 1,100 species and hybrids commonly in cultivation are detailed. With an authoritative but accessible text written by acknowledged experts of international renown, the book features all the pertinent topics which guide the reader to an understanding of these wonderful flowers: orchid habitats, distribution, classification, hybrids, pollination, cultivation, and conservation. The alphabetical "Orchids A-Z" section includes descriptions, taxonomy, currently accepted names and synonyms, geographic distribution, notes on culture, and hundreds of color photographs of the best-known species in cultivation.Book DescriptionOur best single book on orchids is a perennial bestseller. Edited by an eminent orchidist, it is aimed at a broad audience, from the flower lover with a casual interest in orchids to the committed enthusiast and professional. It fully describes and beautifully illustrates more than 1100 species and hybrids commonly in cultivation.About the AuthorAlec PridgeonDr. Pridgeon currently works at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. He is perhaps best known as past editor of the American Orchid Society Bulletin and founding editor of the scientific orchid journal, Lindleyana. He has written many books and articles on orchids and has lectured on this topic internationally.Books by Alec Pridgeon:The Illustrated Encyclopedia of OrchidsExcerpt.