Spring Wildflowers of the Northeast - A Natural History

Erscheinungsjahr 2012
ISBN: 978-0-691-14466-5
Verlag: Princeton University Press

Buch, Englisch, 290 Seiten, Format (B × H): 197 mm x 258 mm, Gewicht: 1172 g

This exquisitely illustrated volume provides an in-depth look at spring-blooming wildflowers of the Northeast, from old favorites to lesser-known species. Featuring more than 500 full-color photos in a stunning large-sized format, the book delves deep into the life histories, lore, and cultural uses of more than 35 plant species. The rich narrative covers topics such as the naming of wildflowers; the reasons for taxonomic changes; pollination of flowers and dispersal of seeds; uses by Native Americans; related species in other parts of the world; herbivores, plant pathogens, and pests; medicinal uses; and wildflower references in history, literature, and art. The photos capture the beauty of these plants and also illustrate the concepts discussed in the text. A book unlike any other, Spring Wildflowers of the Northeast combines the latest scientific research with an accessible, entertaining style, making it the ideal volume for readers of all levels of expertise.Showcases the Northeast's most spectacular spring-blooming wildflowers Features more than 500 full-color photos Covers the life histories, lore, and cultural uses of more than 35 species Combines the latest scientific research with an easy-to-read style Offers something new for seasoned botanists as well as armchair naturalists

Autoren/Hrsg.

Gracie, Carol

Weitere Mitwirkende

Lamont, Eric

Fachgebiete

• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Botanik
• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Biowissenschaften Biowissenschaften, Biologie: Sachbuch, Naturführer

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Foreword ix

Preface xi

Acknowledgments xv

Species Accounts

Baneberries 1

Bloodroot 7

Blue Cohosh 15

Blue-eyed Mary 21

Celandines 27

Columbine 33

Dutchman?s Breeches 43

Early Meadow-rue 53

Early Saxifrage 59

False Hellebore 67

Featherfoil 75

Fire-pink 81

Fringed Polygala 85

Hepaticas 93

Jack-in-the-pulpit 101

Lady-slippers 111

Lesser Celandine 121

Lousewort 127

Mayapple 133

Miterwort 141

One-flowered Cancer-root 147

Skunk Cabbage 153

Spring Beauties 163

Squawroot 173

Trilliums 179

Trout-lily 189

Twinleaf 199

Violets 207

Virginia Bluebells 223

Wild Ginger 229

Glossary 235

References 243

Index 265

Über Autor(innen)

Gracie, Carol
Carol Gracie is an acclaimed naturalist, photographer, and writer. Now retired, she worked for many years as an educator and tour leader with the New York Botanical Garden before teaming up with Scott Mori, her husband, on botanical research projects in South America. Her books include "Wildflowers in the Field and Forest."

Carol Gracie is an acclaimed naturalist, photographer, and writer. Now retired, she worked for many years as an educator and tour leader with the New York Botanical Garden before teaming up with Scott Mori, her husband, on botanical research projects in South America. Her books include "Wildflowers in the Field and Forest."