Flora of the British Isles

Originally published in paperback in 1990, this book's purpose was the accurate identification of all British plants.

A. R. Clapham (Author), T. G. Tutin (Author), D. M. Moore (Author)

9780521389747, Cambridge University Press

Paperback, published 8 February 1990

720 pages
24.6 x 18.9 x 3.7 cm, 1.27 kg

Originally published in paperback in 1990, this is the third edition of Flora of the British Isles. Its purpose was the accurate identification of all British plants, including a large number of commonly grown related garden plants and well-established aliens. In addition, invaluable information concerning the ecology, geographical distribution, evolutionary history and agricultural significance of the plants is provided.

Foreword by Professor A. G. Tansley
Preface to the first edition
Acknowledgements
Preface to the second edition
Preface to the third edition
Synopsis of classification
Artificial key to families
Signs and abbreviations
Pteridophyta
Gymnospermae
Angiospermae
Dicotyledones
Monocotyledones
Bibliography
Authorship of families
Note on life forms
Glossary
Index.

Subject Areas: Botany & plant sciences [PST]