Aquatic and Wetland Plants of Northeastern North America, Volume I: A Revised and Enlarged Edition of Norman C. Fassett's A Manual of Aquatic Plants, ... of Northeastern North America (Paperback))
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Book Synopsis: This is by far the best and most comprehensive manual and illustrated guide to native and naturalized vascular plants—ferns, conifers, and flowering plants—growing in aquatic and wetland habitats in northeastern North America, from Newfoundland west to Minnesota and south to Virginia and Missouri. Published in two volumes, this long-awaited work completely revises and greatly expands Norman Fassett’s 1940 classic A Manual of Aquatic Plants, yet retains the features that made Fassett’s book so useful.
Features include:
- coverage of 1139 plant species, 1186 taxa, 295 genera, 109 families
- more than 600 pages of illustrations, and illustrations for more than 90% of the taxa
- keys for each species include references to corresponding illustrations
- habitat information, geographical ranges, and synonomy
- a chapter on nuisance aquatic weeds
- glossaries of botanical and habitat terms
- a full index for each volume
Wetland ecologists, botanists, resource managers, public naturalists, and environmentalists concerned with the preservation of wetland areas, which are increasingly threatened, will welcome this clear, workable, and comprehensive guide.
Details
Discover the ultimate resource for aquatic and wetland plant enthusiasts - Aquatic and Wetland Plants of Northeastern North America, Volume I. Featuring a revised and enlarged edition of Norman C. Fassett's renowned A Manual of Aquatic Plants, this comprehensive guide is a must-have for anyone passionate about native and naturalized vascular plants.
With coverage of over 1139 plant species, 1186 taxa, 295 genera, and 109 families, this long-awaited work is the most extensive manual available. No other publication provides such a wealth of information on ferns, conifers, and flowering plants thriving in northeastern North American aquatic and wetland habitats.
What sets this guide apart is its dedication to visually enhancing your learning experience. With more than 600 pages of illustrations, representing over 90% of the taxa featured, every page is a feast for the eyes. The inclusion of keys for each species, complete with references to corresponding illustrations, ensures easy identification of the plants you encounter.
Not only does this book offer comprehensive coverage of plant species, but it also provides valuable insights into their habitats. Gain essential knowledge on geographical ranges, synonomy, and even nuisance aquatic weeds. Glossaries of botanical and habitat terms are included, making it easier for you to dive deep into the fascinating world of wetland ecology.
As wetland areas become increasingly threatened, it is crucial to preserve and protect them. Wetland ecologists, botanists, resource managers, public naturalists, and environmentalists alike will find this guide indispensable in their efforts. Clear, workable, and thoroughly insightful, Aquatic and Wetland Plants of Northeastern North America, Volume I is your key to understanding and championing the preservation of wetland habitats.
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