A Manual of Orchidaceous Plants cultivated under glass in Great Britain. Vol. I-II
- Publisher : Bishen Singh Mahendra Pal Singh
- Published In : Dehra Dun
- Illustrations : folding maps, b/w plates (some folding), text figs
Description:
Vol. I: Epidendreae; Vol. II: Vandeae - Cypripedieae. A reprint of the original edition, published by James Veitch & Sons (1887-1894). Still considered an important work for orchidologist. This was one of the first comprehensive treatments of orchids, describing all major genera in detail. Includes descriptions of about 1700 species with notes on cultivation.
Condition
2 vols, 8vo, orig. half leather, a little rubbed/scuffed, gilt titles to spines. Good.
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