Wildflowers of the Coastal Plain provides detailed information
on 535 species of herbaceous plants, vines, and shrubs inhabiting
one of the great floristic provinces of the United States. The
coastal plain extends from southeast Texas eastward to Florida and
includes the Mississippi River flood plain, which stretches from
southern Illinois to the Gulf of Mexico. It embraces all but the
southern tip of the Florida peninsula and proceeds up the eastern
seaboard into southern New Jersey and includes parts of Long Island
and Cape Cod. In this indispensable guide, botanist Ray Neyland
catalogs the native flora, as well as the naturalized species found
throughout the far-flung but unified coastal plain.
Each illuminating entry includes a vivid color photograph of the
wildflower in its natural setting, the plant's scientific and
common names, and a precise description of the species, including
its range and blooming time. Some entries describe modern and
historical applications for the plants -- such as use by Native
Americans for food or medicine -- and mention closely related
species to prevent confusion in identification. The volume's
simplified glossary and a series of line drawings explain essential
botanical terms. Dichotomous keys facilitate a helpful step-by-step
identification method, allowing readers to begin with what they
know -- a flower's color -- and then follow a process of
elimination (Is the plant aquatic or not? Are the leaves fan shaped
or linear?).
A sturdy, flexible cover makes this guide the perfect companion
on outdoor excursions. With its beautiful color photographs,
instructive descriptions, and wide-ranging geographic scope,
Wildflowers of the Coastal Plain is an integral reference for every
nature lover.
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