The Cambridge Illustrated Glossary of Botanical TermsThis beautifully illustrated glossary constitutes an extraordinary collection of the specialist terms used in many botanical works. The book is arranged in two sections: the glossary, which provides clear definitions for over 2400 of the most commonly used botanical and horticultural terms, and illustrations, which can be cross-referenced to the glossary. The illustrations section comprises over 120 large format pages packed with accurate, well labelled line drawings that complement the definitions. The illustrations are grouped according to specific features, allowing quick comparisons of different forms. This outstanding reference will be welcomed by all readers grappling with botanical terms, whether student, professional, or hobbyist. |
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Contents
GLOSSARY | 1 |
ILLUSTRATIONS | 47 |
Roots Storage Organs and Vegetative Reproduction | 49 |
Seeds and Seedlings | 63 |
Growth and Life Forms | 69 |
General Features of Flowering Plants | 77 |
Plant Features and Reponses | 83 |
Leaflike Structures and Other Vegetative Features | 89 |
Hairs and Scales | 113 |
Floral Features | 119 |
Flower Structure | 141 |
Features of Certain Pla | 157 |
Fruits | 173 |
Conifers and Conifer Allies | 187 |
Ferns and Fern Allies | 197 |
Leaves | 99 |
Other editions - View all
The Cambridge Illustrated Glossary of Botanical Terms Michael Hickey,Clive King Limited preview - 2000 |
The Cambridge Illustrated Glossary of Botanical Terms Michael Hickey,Clive King No preview available - 2000 |
The Cambridge Illustrated Glossary of Botanical Terms Clive King,Michael Hickey No preview available - 2014 |
Common terms and phrases
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References to this book
Botanical Illustration Course: With the Eden Project Rosie Martin,Meriel Thurstan No preview available - 2006 |