Supplemental new varieties 167 species Practical Illustrated Guide to Landscape Plants 12

Author: Xue Congxian
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Publishing Date: 2002-05-01
Features: This book includes 167 new and supplementary plant species, providing detailed descriptions of each plant's scientific name, common names, morphology, flowering period, suitable soil, growth characteristics, propagation methods, and cultivation highlights. In this series of books, the Chinese names of flowers and plants follow the principle of one flower per name, but some commercial names or colloquial names of flowers and plants that are highly representative are also included. The photographs are all taken of actual specimens, with electronic scanning and color separation, and printed in their original form. The floral poses and appearances leap off the page, differing greatly from commercially reproduced versions. 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. References from dozens of sources are cited to strive for perfection. If there are any errors or omissions, we sincerely hope that advanced readers will kindly point them out. This book collects a wide variety of plant species with exquisite and realistic images. It provides concise and clear introductions to the morphology, ornamental features, growth habits, propagation methods, and cultivation tips of various landscape plants, making it highly ornamental and practical. Taiwan shares similar climatic conditions with parts of South China, Southwest China, and East China. Most of the plants introduced in this book can be cultivated in mainland China. We hope this book will serve as an important reference for landscape workers, students and teachers in related fields, and plant enthusiasts.