"I think that I shall never see, a poem lovely as a tree." The poet, Joyce Kilmer understood the beauty of our sturdy environmental companions. Trees is the essential pocket-sized, folding guide to familiar North American trees. This beautifully illustrated guide Identifies over 140 familiar species organized by family. Created and printed in the USA, this guide was updated in 2012 with a new cover design and updated species selection. The quality of our environment - the air, soil and water - depends on trees. Durable and lightweight, this guide is the one to keep with you on your next outdoor adventure.

In this book, Dan Torre explores the intriguing and multifaceted natural, cultural and social history of the orchid. Orchids are one of the largest families of plants - approximately 8 per cent of all the Earth's flowering species. They are known for their beautiful flowers with bright colours, delicate forms and delicate fragrances. However, when we look deeper into their world, we find that they are much more than an elegant flowering plant and behave in unexpected ways that no other flowers do. Philosophers have contemplated them; countless artists have celebrated them; millions of people have cultivated them, displayed them and even consumed them. Orchids occupy our thoughts, our stories, our societies, our greenhouses, our florists, our supermarkets and our homes. And that is merely the beginning.

Deutschsprachiger Bestimmungsband mit dichotonen Schl sseln und vielen Strichzeichnungen zur Gruppe der Clavicornia (Glanzk fer, Pilzfresser, Marienk fer)

Dieser Band enthAlt alle neuen Erkenntnisse zu den KAfergruppen der BAnde 9 bis 11, die nach deren VerAffentlichung erschienen sind. Der Forschungsstand ist somit das Jahr 1998.

A beautifully written classic of nature writing. 'A masterly account...of supreme interest...a classic' Country Life Long accepted as the best work on the subject, Oliver Rackham's book is both a comprehensive history of Britain's woodland and a field-work guide that presents trees individually and as part of the landscape. From prehistoric times, through the Roman period and into the Middle Ages, Oliver Rackham describes the changing character, role and history of trees and woodland. He concludes this definitive study with a section on the conservation and future of Britain's trees, woodlands and hedgerows.

Enhance and enrich your spiritual journey with the power of herbs. Herbs have been essential to spiritual beliefs and practices throughout time and history. From Christian Scripture to Hindu observances, Jewish ritual to early Islamic literature, Native American traditions to Buddhist symbolism, plants are seen as a blessing from God and a way to remain in harmony with Spirit. In this fun, informative and engaging guide, you will be delighted by the history of the religious and spiritual use of herbs in many faith traditions and inspired by creative ideas on how to use herbs for spiritual growth. Unique and soul-strengthening activities can teach you how to: Create herbal art inspired by your faith Craft herbal wreaths, pillows and soaps from herbs selected for their spiritual qualities Prepare herbal teas, infused oils, meals and condiments with herbs chosen for their ability to nurture, strengthen and heal Make candles infused with herbs that promote balance and centering Nourish the soul with herbal sachets and potpourri Use incense and smudge sticks to imbue clarity and purity Design a simple herb garden of plants chosen from among different spiritual traditions Construct spaces in which to use herbs for reflection and meditation

Europe’s most ancient species of tree, the yew has many unique characteristics: it is a ‘conifer’ without resin or cones, and though it has an extraordinarily low rate of photosynthesis, it can grow where other plants wither and die. It was in the Palaeolithic Era that humans were first struck by the yew’s regenerative powers and began to associate it with concepts of life, death, the afterlife and eternity. Yew trees can be found at the sacred sites of Native Americans and Buddhists, and Shinto shrines in Japan, as well as in Christian churchyards, where they became a symbol of the Resurrection. Now available in paperback, this richly illustrated cultural and natural history includes the latest scientific discoveries about a most remarkable tree.

Mit der 1. Auflage der Transgenen Pflanzen im Jahr 1995 war nicht abzusehen, welche Wendungen es mit der Entwicklung der "GrA1/4nen Gentechnik" in den folgenden Jahren in der EuropAischen Union und in Deutschland nehmen wA1/4rde.
Die 2. A1/4berarbeitete und aktualisierte Auflage des Buches informiert A1/4ber den neuesten Stand der Wissenschaft auf dem Gebiet der "GrA1/4nen Gentechnik" und beschreibt die verschiedenen Methoden zur Erzeugung transgener Pflanzen, die Erkenntnisse A1/4ber ihre Kultivierung und die Bestrebungen zu ihrem Inverkehrbringen. Die wichtigsten Argumente der derzeitigen Risikodiskussion sowie die gesetzlichen Regelungen zur Gentechnik innerhalb der EU werden A1/4bersichtlich dargestellt.
Transgene Pflanzen ermAglicht es jedem, sich ein Urteil A1/4ber dieses Teilgebiet der Gentechnik zu bilden. Die Vermittlung fundierter Informationen an eine breitere A-ffentlichkeit ist dabei unabdingbar fA1/4r eine bewusste Wahlfreiheit zwischen Lebensmitteln aus gentechnisch verAnderten, konventionell gezA1/4chteten oder Akologisch angebauten Pflanzen und fA1/4r eine gesellschaftlich gewollte Koexistenz dieser Lebensmittel.
Die umfassende Darstellung der verschiedenen Aspekte der transgenen Pflanzen macht das Buch wertvoll und lesenswert fA1/4r eine vielfAltige Leserschaft, sei es nun fA1/4r den interessierten Laien, den Naturwissenschaftler biologischer Fachrichtung, den mA1/4ndigen BA1/4rger oder den Juristen. Ihnen allen wird der Einstieg in einen Themenkomplex erleichtert, der nach wie vor im Brennpunkt der A-ffentlichen Diskussion steht.