Orchid Species from Himalaya and Southeast Asia Vol. 1-3

Description:

A three-volume set featuring over 700 popular orchid species across 104 genera, complete with stunning photographs and concise descriptions of their distribution and habitats. A must-have for orchid enthusiasts and plant lovers alike.

Each genus is assigned a separate chapter. Coverage of the most commonly cultivated Asian species including their varieties and cultivars (e.g. in Bulbophyllum 72 species; Coelogyne 33 species; Dendrobium 161 species; Paphiopedilum 58 species; Phalaenopsis 60 species; Vanda 44 species) is exhaustive.

The orchids are photographed from their best perspective, individual blooms and entire inflorescence: additionally, many species are also shown growing in their natural habitat. Representative hybrids are included to illustrate how some species have contributed to show-worthiness of various genera, their adaptation to awider climate range, and easy cultivation.

Condition

3 vols, orig. boards. Minor mark to title page of Vol. 1. Vg.