Description
A richly illustrated guide to the botanical biodiversity of Mexico.
The geography of Mexico takes in a sprawling variety of environmentsfrom mountains to tropical beaches, and from rainforests to desertsso its no surprise that the biodiversity of the nations plant life is similarly diverse. This new title in the Kew Pocketbook series is a celebration of Mexicos impressive flora, and it includes everything from orchids, chili, and cacti, to marigoldswhich are associated with D? de los Muertos celebrationsand dahlias, the national flower. Forty of Mexicos signature plants are showcased here, illustrated with color paintings from the archives of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kewone of the most extensive collections of botanical art in the world. An introductory chapter by Kew horticulturist Bryony Langley provides a comprehensive overview, and extended captions accompany each painting.
Author: Bryony Langley
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Royal Botanic Gardens Kew
Published: 11/23/2023
Series: Kew Pocketbooks
Pages: 96
Weight: 1.14lbs
Size: 7.40h x 5.60w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9781842467671
Language: English
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