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Foley, Michael (text) : Clarke, Sidney (photography) : Alexander, Crinan (contr.) : Grimshaw, John (contr.) : Tattersall, Barry (contr.) : Taylor, Ian (contr.):
Orchids of the British Isles
Publisher: Cheltenham, Griffin Press Ltd., 2005. (1st Edition).
xvii + 390pp with numerous full colour illus. This book is published in association with The Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh and combines authoritative information with magnificent photography to celebrate the wild orchids of Great Britain and Ireland. It links the observations of early botanists to the most up-to-date research, surveying four hundred years of fascination with these charismatic and often threatened plants. Each of the 55 orchid species recorded from the British Isles, is described in full, with detailed information given on botanical history, biology, habitats and conservation requirements. Numerous variants and hybrids are also discussed and illustrated. Close-up photography reveals the details of individual flowers, while plant portraits and habitat studies complete the account of each species. Supporting the species accounts are chapters explaining orchid biology, taxonomy, identification, ecology and distribution. Special attention is given to conservation - effective management of habitats and population will be essential if we are to continue to enjoy our native orchids - and also to cultivation, introducing practical approaches to encouraging orchids in gardens. Finally, complementing the extraordinary images that appear throughout the book is a chapter giving detailed advice on techniques for success when photographing orchids. Anyone who enjoys the countryside and its wild plants will find this book an essential companion in seeking and identifying the native orchids of the British Isles." Fine cond : fine cond d/w. 10 3/4 x 8 inches
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AUD 68.38 | CAD 69.89 | EUR 52.84 | GBP 45.00 | JPY 6,340.91 | MXN 775.00 | ZAR 628.38 |
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Item number: 4080.
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Hawkes, Alex
ORCHIDS Their Botany and Culture
Publisher: Harper & Brothers New York 1961.
Hardcover Very Good with no dust jacket; Edgewear. Previous owner's name. Owner embossed. ; Foreword by John W. Blowers. ; Color and b/w Illustrations; 297 pages
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AUD 9.80 | CAD 10.02 | EUR 7.58 | GBP 6.41 | JPY 909.09 | MXN 111.11 | ZAR 90.09 |
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Gibson's Books.
Item number: 35208.
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Hodgson, Margaret, Roland Paine, Neville Anderson
Letts Guide to Orchids of the World
Publisher: (London): Charles Letts (1991).
ISBN: 1852381132 4to Boards. iv, 236pp with stunning illustrations from color and black & white photographs, botanical drawings, and small maps. Shows how to identify and cultivate a marvelous array of orchids. More than 450 species are discussed and illustrated. Includes detailed information on classification, pollination, propagation and pests and diseases. Fine in dustjacket.
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AUD 19.61 | CAD 20.04 | EUR 15.15 | GBP 12.82 | JPY 1,818.18 | MXN 222.22 | ZAR 180.18 |
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Appleby Books.
Item number: 006773.
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Kramer, Jack:
Botanical Orchids and how to grow them.
Publisher: Woodbridge, Garden Art Press, 2003 (reprint).
222pp with numerous full colour illus. "The names of those early orchid hunters are preserved today in the Latin names by which the orchids they discovered are still known, In the last two decades orchids have been subject to extensive hybridisation in the search for novelty and ever more fantastic colours and shapes; indeed thousands upon thousands of hybrids have appeared. Jack Kramer concentrates on the original botanical orchids as they appeared in nature and their habitats. These orchids had waned in popularity with the introduction of the new hybrids and were also at risk in many cases of extinction as their natural habitats were despoiled and ravaged by man. Fortunately, new cloning techniques have rescued such endangered species from oblivion. This book addresses the technical needs of the novice orchid enthusiast in choosing species appropriate to the climate and facilities available, as well as guiding the beginner in the basics of orchid cultivation. ‘The lesson to be learned is that you can successfully raise orchids as long as you select the species appropriate to your growing environment, whether that is a conservatory, greenhouse, garden room or window-silI in your home.’ A major feature of the book is the Gallery of Orchids which covers over 350 different botanical orchids, many of them illustrated. Botanical Orchids contains practical advice, history and easy to use reference material and will be a welcome addition to the gardener’s library." Fine cond : fine cond d/w. 11 x 8 1/2 inches
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AUD 30.31 | CAD 30.98 | EUR 23.42 | GBP 19.95 | JPY 2,810.91 | MXN 343.56 | ZAR 278.56 |
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Item number: 4079.
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L Van Der Pijl; Calaway H. Dodson., Illustrator: C.H. Dodson (colour plates).
ORCHID FLOWERS: Their Pollination and Evolution.
Publisher: Coral Gables FL: University of Miami Press / Fairfield Tropical Garden (1966), 2nd printing 1969..
Published to honor the Centenary of Darwin's book, "Origin of Species", this book outlines the general principles and trends of pollination of the Orchidaceae. 214p: 48 colour plates + black/white photographs in-texte, diagrams, tables; 28cm. Appendix: I. Synopsis of Taxonomic Relations in the Orchids; II. List of Orchids and Their Known Pollinators, Glossary, Index. 971g. Very Good Plus (clean, bright, and sound; gift inscription free-front endpaper). Black hardcover with silver spine titles. Book condition: Very Good Plus. Jacket condition: no dj.
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AUD 29.35 | CAD 30.00 | EUR 22.68 | GBP 19.19 | JPY 2,721.82 | MXN 332.67 | ZAR 269.73 |
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Canterbury Books.
Item number: 4978.
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Northen, Rebecca Tyson.
Home Orchid Growing, 4th Edition.
Publisher: New York: Simon & Schuster, [1990].
4th revised edition, 3rd printing. ISBN: 067176327X Hardcover Fine book (no markings) / Fine dust jacket (price not clipped). A clean, fresh copy.
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AUD 122.55 | CAD 125.25 | EUR 94.70 | GBP 80.13 | JPY 11,363.64 | MXN 1,388.89 | ZAR 1,126.13 |
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Buckeye Bookshop.
Item number: 5116.
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Orlean, Susan.
The Orchid Thief.
Publisher: Random House, NY [1998].
xi, 284 p. "...John Laroche, a renegade plant dealer... and three Seminole Indians were arrested with rare orchids they had stolen... Orlean followed Laroche through swamps and into the eccentric world of Florida's orchid collectors... learned the history of orchid collecting, discovered an odd pattern of plant crimes in Florida, and spent time with Laroche's partners, a tribe of Seminole Indians who are still at war with the United States." stock#23861.
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AUD 14.22 | CAD 14.53 | EUR 10.98 | GBP 9.29 | JPY 1,318.18 | MXN 161.11 | ZAR 130.63 |
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The Owl at the Bridge.
Item number: 23861.
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Stearn, William T:
John Lindley 1799-1865, Gardener-Botanist and Pioneer Orchidologist
Publisher: Woodbridge, Antique Collectors Club and Royal Horticultural Society, 1999 (Bicentenary Celebration Volume).
232pp with 42 colour and 29 b/w illus. The foremost British orchidologist of the 19th century : John Lindley is especially remembered for his fundamental achievement in the classification, description and naming of orchids. He established more than 120 genera of Orchidaceae. He was, however, also an administrator, professor, horticulturalist, taxonomist, editor, journalist and botanical artist. This volume has contributions by leading specialists on Lindley. Fine cond ; fine cond d/w . 10 1/4 x 7 1/2 inches
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AUD 24.31 | CAD 24.85 | EUR 18.79 | GBP 16.00 | JPY 2,254.55 | MXN 275.56 | ZAR 223.42 |
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Keeble Antiques.
Item number: 2788.
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