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The World of Crocuses

by Ruksans, J.

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Publisher : Latvian Academy of Sciences
Illustrations : 1700+ col photos, col distribution maps

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Description:

The most comprehensive monograph available on this popular group plants, illustrated with over 1700 colour photographs, including detailed descriptions of all 235 species of crocuses known. Each entry includes a description with distribution maps, colour pictures, and much information about growing, and morphology. There is a key for all species listed. The author is an internationally known expert on bulbs. For over 50 years he has grown thousands of crocuses, obtained many hybrids as a crocus breeder, and studied crocuses extensively in their natural habitat. He has also written several previous books on bulbous plants and crocuses.