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McMurty (Douglas); Grobler (Lourens); Grobler (Jolisa); Burns (Shane)

FIELD GUIDE TO THE ORCHIDS OF NORTHERN SOUTH AFRICA AND SWAZILAND

Published: Umdaus Press, Hatfield, South Africa, 2008

Edition: 1st

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Book Description: viii + 482pp. Laminated Board cover. The field guide contains detailed descriptions of 210 orchid species (nearly half of South Africa\'s orchid species) with more than 1 300 colour photographs, distribution maps and information on flowering times. In addition reproductions of 10 water colour paintings by Wilma Layden are included. All species are elaborately illustrated, some for the first time ever.

Book Condition: Very good.

Nearly half of South Africa\'s orchid flora occurs in the four Northern provinces and Swaziland,where they grow in every corner of the region.In the past the identification has baffled many enthusiasts,The aim of this book is to ease identification in the field for professionals and amateur enthusiasts alike.

  • Binding Condition: Very good
  • Overall Condition: Very good
  • Size: 215 x 152 x 27 mm
  • Sold By: Booktown Africana
  • Contact Person: Chris Shelton
  • Country: South Africa
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Telephone: 0685615292
  • Preferred Payment Methods: Internet banking transfer (EFT), PAYPAL. Regret no Credit Card facility.
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