The Cactaceae, Vol. 4 (Classic Reprint): Descriptions and Illustrations of Plants of the Cactus Family: Descriptions and Illustrations of Plants of the Cactus Family (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Discover a detailed reference on a vast cactus family collection, with clear descriptions and accurate illustrations. This edition compiles descriptions and illustrations of many cactus genera, including Neomammillaria, Rhipsalis, Epiphyllum, Coryphantha, Dolichothele, and Escobaria, among others. It emphasizes plant forms, flowering and fruiting structures, and key identifying features, supported by plate-based visuals and text figures.

Designed for researchers, students, and cactus enthusiasts, the book presents a thorough catalog of species and varieties, linking each description to illustrative plates and scaled line drawings. It offers taxonomic notes and historical context for several taxa that are difficult to identify from text alone.

• Grounded species descriptions paired with visual plates for quick reference


• Notes on plant form, spines, tubercles, and flowering structures


• Cross-referenced figures and plates illustrating variations among related taxa

Ideal for readers needing a dependable visual and descriptive resource on the Cactaceae family.

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