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Harris, James G., 1954-

Plant identification terminology : an illustrated glossary / James G. Harris, Melinda Woolf Harris. - Second edition - x, 206 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm.

Part one: Illustrated glossary -- Part two: Terminology by category -- Roots -- Stems -- Leaves -- Surfaces -- Inflorescences -- Flowers -- Fruits.

Plant taxonomy employs an extensive and complex terminology. Professional botanist often need several years in the fields to master this terminology, and it presents a daunting obstacle to the student of taxonomy. The meaning of most botanical terms, howeve, is immediately apparent when an illustration is available. That is the purpose of this volume. Plant Identification Terminology provides over niniteen hundred clear illustrations of terms used in plant identification keys and descriptions. It also includes definitions for more than twenty-seven hundred taxonomic terms.

ISBN: 0964022176 (cloth : alk. paper) 0964022168 (paperback : alk. paper) 9780964022164

LCCN: 00191714

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Botany
Plants
Botánica
Plantas

LC Class. No.: QK9 / .H37 2001

Dewey Class. No.: 580.3