Trees of the Southeastern United States (Wormsloe Foundation Publications, No 18) - Softcover

Wilbur H. Duncan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0820314692 ISBN 13: 9780820314693

Publisher: Univ of Georgia Pr, 1992

Synopsis

This popular guide enables users to quickly and confidently identify any of the trees of the southeastern United States, from the common loblolly pine or red mulberry to the rare Pinckneya (fever-tree) or goat willow. The guide treats more than 300 species--every one known to occur in the region, from the Coastal Plain to the highest elevations. Included are trees native to the region as well as those introduced and now reproducing.Helpful features include easy identification keys, common and scientific names, distribution maps, an introductory section on basic leaf, flower, and stem structures, and a glossary of descriptive and identifying terms.

About this title

About the Author:

Wilbur H. Duncan and Marion B. Duncan are among the foremost authorities on the natural vegetation of the eastern United States. They are coauthors of "Wildflowers of the Eastern United States" (Georgia) and the "Smithsonian Guide to Seaside Plants." Wilbur H. Duncan is professor emeritus of botany at the University of Georgia.

Review:

Belongs in any tree lover’s library.

(Tipularia)

A beautiful, well-written book.

(ASB Bulletin)

A very helpful reference, with a special bonus being the fine color photographs.

(HortScience)

About this edition

• Publisher: Univ of Georgia Pr
• Publication date: 1992
• ISBN 10: 0820314692
• ISBN 13: 9780820314693
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 322