Practical Illustrated Guide to Landscape Plants. Issue 14, Supplement · 178 New Species

Author: Xue Congxian (Editor)
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Publish Date: 2004-11-01
Features: This series of books is licensed from Taiwan, comprising 14 volumes. Each volume provides a detailed introduction to the scientific name, common name, morphology, flowering period, suitable planting soil, growth characteristics, propagation methods, and cultivation highlights of each plant. The plants included are all cultivated varieties currently available in China, and their planting conditions and care techniques can be met domestically. This series is richly illustrated and highly practical, serving as a reference book for landscape workers, flower and plant producers, as well as students and teachers in related fields.
The Chinese names of flowers and plants in this series follow the principle of one flower per name, but some commercial names or common names with strong representativeness are also included. The photographs are all real-life shots, digitally scanned and color-separated, printed in original editions. The vivid blossoms and appearances leap off the pages, differing greatly from pirated copies available in the market. The propagation methods and cultivation tips are mostly based on the climatic conditions, growth habits, and practical cultivation management of South China. The scientific names are recognized by scholars and experts in Chinese and international horticulture, and are further reviewed by plant taxonomist Mr. Chen Deshun. The references cited are numerous, aiming for perfection. Any errors or omissions are sincerely hoped to be pointed out by advanced readers.
This book features a wide variety of plant species with exquisite and lifelike images. It provides concise and clear introductions to the morphology, ornamental characteristics, growth habits, propagation methods, and cultivation tips of various landscape plants, making it highly ornamental and practical. The climatic conditions of Taiwan are similar to those of South China, Southwest China, and parts of East China. Most of the plants introduced in the book can be cultivated in mainland China, and it is hoped that this book will provide an important reference for landscape workers, students and teachers in related fields, as well as plant enthusiasts.