Orchids of Europe, North Africa and the Near East

Description:

This field guide presents the first comprehensive overview of all distinguishable taxa of Europe, North Africa and the Near East with their scientific names, basionym, synonyms (most important), type information, etymology, description, flowering period, habitat, elevation and distribution. Supplemented and discussed with short notes about closely related taxa, distribution, conservation

and protection. Each genus is presented with its most important information and presented with a typical habitat photo. The individual taxa are systematically clustered together and illustrated with three or four photographs, showing their most important characters and diversity. Includes 1111 taxa.