The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Cacti

by Clive Innes
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Cacti
Author: Clive Innes
Publisher:
Total Pages: 320
Release: 1997-12
Genre: Cactus
ISBN: 9781840130676
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The sight of a tall, spiny cactus silhouetted against a sun-parched desert landscape has always evoked a certain mystique. This visual directory is the ultimate guide to the fascinating world of cacti. The colorful photographs allow for identification and informative captions include soil, light and maintenance requirements and pest control facts for over 1200 types of cacti. A handy illustrated guide allows the reader to identity plants based on their shape and spine characteristics. Enhance your own landscape or garden with this impressive and hearty species of exotic plant life.

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Cacti & Other Succulents

by J. Říha
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Cacti & Other Succulents
Author: J. Říha
Publisher: Conran Octopus
Total Pages: 352
Release: 1981
Genre: Cactus
ISBN: 9780706414929
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A valuable and attractive reference book for anyone with an interest in this fascinating and ever-popular group of plants. The world-wide selection of species is very comprehensive, covering over 400 species-from the curious "living pebbles" of southern Africa, to the giants of the central American deserts. The species descriptions are accompanied by magnificent photographs, many of outstanding beauty. Succulence as a botanical adaptation is fully explained, and there is detailed information on how to grow cacti and other succulents in the home. -Jacket

The Complete Encyclopedia of Cacti

by Libor Kunte
The Complete Encyclopedia of Cacti
Author: Libor Kunte
Publisher: Booksales
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2003
Genre: Cactus
ISBN: 9789036614948
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An illustrated reference that provides information on all types of cacti, including notes on care and cultivation.

Succulents

by Maurizio Sajeva
Succulents
Author: Maurizio Sajeva
Publisher: Timber Press
Total Pages: 239
Release: 1997-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780881923988
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"Includes more than 1,200 photographs of species and varieties from 195 different genera, and therefore it constitutes a unique work of reference for succulent enthusiasts and collectors." --Cover.

Gardener's Guide to Succulents

by Misa Matsuyama
Gardener's Guide to Succulents
Author: Misa Matsuyama
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages: 239
Release: 2020-03-10
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 1462921310
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The Gardener's Guide to Succulents is a stunning visual reference identifying over 125 plants from 40 different genera of succulents and cacti. Fleshy, spiny, hairy, flowering--and coming in every imaginable shape, color and size--this plant family has captured the affection of plant enthusiasts all over the world. This book provides a beautiful overview of the diversity that succulents have to offer, presenting a wide variety of popular plants to help you create striking, aesthetically pleasing compositions. This succulent guide includes information about: What each variety needs and where it thrives Plant characteristics, with ratings on ease of growth and maintenance requirements Ideas for group plantings and illustrated tips on indoor planting Striking identification photos, rich in color and contrast This succulent encyclopedia is a useful resource for everyone--from cacti beginners looking to decorate their living space to serious gardeners hoping to expand their succulent plantings.

500 Cacti

by Ken Preston-Mafham
500 Cacti
Author: Ken Preston-Mafham
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007
Genre: Cactus
ISBN: 9781554072613
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500 species from all cactus groups, including cacti, succulents, caudiciforms and euphorbs, alphabetically by genus. Each species has its own page and includes at-a-glance detail on size, distribution, spination, flowering, varieties, growing advice.

The Complete Book of Cacti & Succulents

by Terry Hewitt
The Complete Book of Cacti & Succulents
Author: Terry Hewitt
Publisher:
Total Pages: 176
Release: 1993
Genre: Cactus
ISBN: 9780751300499
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Based on the author's 30-year study with over 50,000 plants, The Complete Book of Cacti and Succulents offers a photographic A-Z which profiles more than 300 plants, with practical advice for propagating and cultivating them and imaginative ideas for display. The expert advice, supported by step-by-step photographs, covers subjects ranging from handling spiky plants to identifying pests and diseases. Catering both to enthusiastic beginners and ardent cactophiles around the world, this should be a useful sourcebook of plant species advice, ideas and inspiration.