Orchids Of The British Isles

Author : Michael Foley,Crinan Alexander
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Botany
ISBN : CORNELL:31924104617943

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Orchids of the British Isles by Michael Foley,Crinan Alexander Pdf

Orchids of the British Isles, is the first comprehensive study of the wild orchids of Great Britain and Ireland for many years. Michael Foley's text gives full descriptions of every species, providing information on their original discovery, botanical history, habitats and biology. An additional 60 variants and hybrids are also discussed and illustrated, in a unique record of the variation and promiscuity of these fascinating plants. Sumptuous close-up photography by Sidney Clarke enables us to appreciate the wonder and beauty of the intricate flowers, revealing details invisible to the naked eye, while his magnificent plant portraits and habitat studies complete the picture of each species. For those wishing to emulate him Sid also reveals his secrets for success, in a chapter on plant photography. Preliminary chapters discuss the biology of orchids and their ecological requirements, setting the background for the detailed species accounts. The pressing issue of the conservation of British and Irish orchids receives full attention in a chapter by Ian Taylor of English Nature, while Barry Tattersall introduces techniques for encouraging them in gardens, now an important habitat.

Author : Jon Dunn
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2018-03-08
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781408880906

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Orchid Summer by Jon Dunn Pdf

A heady celebration of the beauty and history of the wild orchid species of the British Isles, embraced in one glorious and kaleidoscopic summer-long hunt by naturalist Jon Dunn From the chalk downs of the south coast of England to the heathery moorland of the Shetland Isles, and from the holy island of Lindisfarne in the east to the Atlantic frontier of western Ireland, Orchid Summer is a journey into Britain and Ireland's most beautiful corners. The flowers that are the focus of this treasure hunt are exquisite and diverse. Some resemble insects and develop scents that mimic the smell of a virgin female wasp in order to lure male wasps to sample their unsatisfying charms. Some tower above the surrounding vegetation; others are vanishingly small and discrete. Some are sweetly scented; others smell of ripe billy goats. Some can be readily found but some will prove more elusive – none more so than the last to flower, the rarest of them all, the ghost orchid... Capturing the intoxicating beauty of these rare and charismatic flowers, Orchid Summer is also an exploration of their history, their champions, their place in our landscape and the threats they face. Combining infectious enthusiasm and a painterly eye with a deep knowledge that comes from a lifetime's passionate devotion to their study, Dunn sweeps us up on his adventure, one from which it is impossible not to emerge enchanted and enriched.

Author : Sean Cole,Michael Waller,Mike Waller
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2020-11-03
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691177618

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Britain's Orchids by Sean Cole,Michael Waller,Mike Waller Pdf

An accessible, comprehensive and beautifully illustrated guide--the only one to cover all the orchids found in Britain and Ireland Covering more than fifty species as well as hybrids and variants, this is an engaging, intuitive and in-depth identification guide to all the orchids of Britain and Ireland at all stages of development, from first emergence through to setting seed. Drawing on the authors' extensive field experience and the latest scientific research, Britain's Orchids uses multiple techniques to help both beginner and more advanced orchid enthusiasts to identify even the trickiest plants. The book is beautifully illustrated with plates by talented artist Sarah Stribbling as well as more than 1,000 detailed, instructive and evocative photographs by the authors. Orchids have long fired the imagination with their beauty and rarity. This book aims to ignite or increase your passion for these special plants and for the conservation of their habitats, from remote mountaintops to urban wild spaces. The first book to cover all the species, subspecies and varieties, as well as hybrids, at all stages of development Lavishly illustrated with close to 100 stunning plates drawn to scale to show key identification features and more than 1,000 stunning photo showing orchids in their natural settings Simple, step-by-step system for identifying almost any orchid Up-to-date distribution maps and seasonal charts showing when each species can be seen in its various stages Special-feature identification keys that can be used on difficult plants

Author : V. S. Summerhayes
Publisher : HarperCollins UK
Page : 642 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2012-07-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780007406173

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Wild Orchids of Britain (Collins New Naturalist Library, Book 19) by V. S. Summerhayes Pdf

A treasure for all lovers of wild plants – Wild Orchids of Britain provides a detailed account of all our orchid species, varieties and hybrids, and has a useful key to identification. This edition is exclusive to newnaturalists.com

Author : Anne Harrap,Simon Harrap
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 481 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2010-06-30
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781408133231

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Orchids of Britain and Ireland by Anne Harrap,Simon Harrap Pdf

Orchids have long held a fascination, both for keen botanists and the general public. From the mania of Victorian collectors to the enthusiasm of modern photographers, this family of flowering plants has a strange and exotic appeal. Many orchids are beautiful, and some are rare. This well illustrated orchid guide covers the identification, biology and conservation of British and Irish orchids. Until recently, the whereabouts of the rarer species was shrouded in secrecy, making publication of any details ethically impossible. In the last few years, however, these veils have been lifted and it is now possible to publish locations for all but one or two species. For the first time, this book includes a detailed site guide, covering the best places to see orchids in Britain. "A model field guide: good, large photographs that are actually rather gorgeous; a clear text that tells you how to identify the plant using the English language rather than "botanicalese"; useful diagrams of those spectacular flower parts; and a really comprehensive section on geographical range and subspecies." The Daily Telegraph

Author : Victor Samuel Summerhayes
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 468 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1951
Category : Orchids
ISBN : UOM:39015017880413

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Wild Orchids of Britain by Victor Samuel Summerhayes Pdf

Author : Simon Harrap
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2016-06-09
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781472924872

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Pocket Guide to the Orchids of Britain and Ireland by Simon Harrap Pdf

The orchid family is one of the largest plant families in the world, reaching its highest diversity in the tropics where their exotic and colourful flowers are often truly breathtaking. Britain and Ireland have just 52 species of wild orchid, some of which are rare or scarce, whilst others are surprisingly inconspicuous. Yet, whether large or small, all orchids share flamboyant flower structures and incredible beauty. This pocket guide allows the identification of all species of orchid in the British Isles. It has concise text highlighting ID criteria as well as notes on biology, habitat and conservation, along with stunning colour photographs and accurate range maps based on maps compiled by the Biological Record Centre. This book provides the perfect guide to these beautiful and evocative plants, and is a must for any field naturalist.

Author : Anthony William Darnell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 540 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1930
Category : Orchids
ISBN : UOM:39015074657589

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Orchids for the Outdoor Garden by Anthony William Darnell Pdf

Author : Roger Bowmer
Publisher : Crowood Press
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 1847970028

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British Orchids by Roger Bowmer Pdf

British Orchids - a site guide is a handy reference to the locations of that most beautiful of native plants, the wild orchid. There are 51 species of wild orchid native to the British Isles and each one is covered individually, with a brief description of its habitat and natural history, and an explanation of its botanical name. Each species is illustrated with two colour photographs, and artworks provide details of specific points of interest. A full listing of sites gives national grid references for easy location, and there are complete listings of the relevant Wildlife Trusts responsible for each site.

Author : Leif Bersweden
Publisher : Short Books
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2018-04-12
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781780723358

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The Orchid Hunter by Leif Bersweden Pdf

He has just a few months to complete his quest – no one has ever done it before within one growing season – and it will require ingenuity, stamina and a large dose of luck.As he battles the vagaries of the British climate, feverishly chasing each emerging bloom, Leif Bersweden takes the reader on a remarkable botanical journey.This study of the 52 native species is a fantastic gateway into the compendious world of orchids – one that will open your eyes to the rare hidden delights to be found on our doorstep.Like Two Owls at Eton and My Family and Other Animals, The Orchid Hunter is a charming account of a precocious adolescent’s obsession with the natural world.Leif’s enthusiasm for his quest is infectious, as is the quiet conviction with which he keeps at it, showing how plant hunting can be the ultimate mindful activity.

Author : David Lang
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Botany
ISBN : CORNELL:31924058948245

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A Guide to the Wild Orchids of Great Britain and Ireland by David Lang Pdf

Author : Mark W. Chase,Maarten J. M. Christenhusz
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 657 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2017-03-13
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9780226224527

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The Book of Orchids by Mark W. Chase,Maarten J. M. Christenhusz Pdf

One of every seven flowering plants on earth is an orchid. Some are stunningly over the top; others almost inconspicuous. The Orchidaceae is the second most widely geographically distributed family, after the grasses, yet remains one of the least understood. This book will profile 600 species, representing the remarkable and unexpected diversity and complexity in the taxonomy and phylogeny of these beguiling plants, and the extraordinary means they have evolved in order to ensure the attraction of pollinators. Each species entry includes life-size photographs to capture botanical detail, as well as information on distribution, peak flowering period, and unique attributes--both natural and cultural. The result is a work which will attract and allure, much as the orchids themselves do.

Author : Peter Sell,Gina Murrell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1900
Category : Botany
ISBN : 1107088925

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Flora of Great Britain, Ireland, Isle of Man, and the Channel Islands by Peter Sell,Gina Murrell Pdf

A new, detailed Flora with full keys and descriptions of plants occurring in the wild in the British Isles.

Author : Peter D. Sell,Gina Murrell
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 446 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0521553393

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Flora of Great Britain and Ireland: Volume 5, Butomaceae - Orchidaceae by Peter D. Sell,Gina Murrell Pdf

Planned in five volumes, this new, critical Flora provides a definitive account of the native species, naturalized species, frequent garden escapes and casuals found in the British Isles. Full keys and descriptions should enable the botanist, researcher or informed amateur to name all plants occurring in the wild, plus some ornamental trees and shrubs. Detailed accounts of all the large apomictic genera are given and many infraspecific variants. Each species entry begins with the accepted Latin name, synonyms and the common English name. A detailed description follows, with separate descriptions being given for infraspecific taxa. Includes information on status, ecology and distribution. Clear black and white line drawings illustrate an extensive glossary and also illuminate the diagnostic features of a number of groups of plants.

Author : Charles Darwin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1892
Category : Fertilization of plants by insects
ISBN : NYPL:33433007351707

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Various Contrivances by which Orchids are Fertilised by Insects by Charles Darwin Pdf