Plants Of The Rocky Mountains

Author : Linda Kershaw
Publisher : Publishing Partners
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2017-04
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1772130184

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Edible and Medicinal Plants of the Rockies by Linda Kershaw Pdf

Throughout human history, plants have provided us with food, clothing, medicine and shelter. The Rocky Mountains are home to a diversity of plant species that have helped native peoples and settlers survive through the centuries. EDIBLE AND MEDICINAL PLANTS OF THE ROCKIES describes 333 common trees, shrubs, flowers, ferns, mosses and lichens that have been used by people from ancient times to the present. This comprehensive guide contains: * More than 700 color photographs and illustrations * An introduction explaining the use of wild plants, including gathering, preparing and cooking * Food, medicinal and other uses for each species * Clear descriptions of the plants and where to find them * Warnings about plant allergies, poisons and digestive upsets * A special section at the end detailing 46 of the more common poisonous plants in the Rockies region.

Author : Beryl Hallworth,C. C. Chinnappa
Publisher : University of Alberta
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 1997-11
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 0888642970

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Plants of Kananaskis Country in the Rocky Mountains of Alberta by Beryl Hallworth,C. C. Chinnappa Pdf

The flora of the Rocky Mountains is spectacular, displaying its changing aspects throughout the growing season. As the snow cover melts back up the mountain slopes, the wildflowers spread their carpet through the forests, across the subalpine meadows and into the alpine regions. Kananaskis Country was established primarily for nature conservation and recreation. It contains three provincial parks with facilities for swimming, fishing, camping, hiking, and the general enjoyment of nature. The southernmost park, Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, includes several lakes and a large section of mountain wilderness with snow-covered peaks and glaciers. It is a "multi-use recreation area," offering the visitor a choice of hiking and interpretive trails. Sprawling across Alberta's prairies and foothills to the heights of the Rockies, Kananaskis Country is home to a particularly rich diversity of plant life. Plants of Kananaskis Country in the Rocky Mountains of Alberta describes in detail 423 of the most significant, identifiable or characteristic species of this region and refers to many other species. Beryl Hallworth and C.C. Chinnappa also provide an authoritative overview of this region, including information on its climate, geology, and vegetation zones and important notes on the history of human use of these plants.

Author : Linda Kershaw,Andy MacKinnon
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2017-04
Category : Nature
ISBN : 177213029X

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Plants of the Rocky Mountains by Linda Kershaw,Andy MacKinnon Pdf

This outstanding field guide features 1,362 plants. Highlights of each account include edible plants, native uses of plants, habitat and ecology, similar species and origin of the plant's name. The book also includes a wildflower photo chart, over 900 color photographs, and more than 700 line drawings.

Author : Harold David Harrington
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Plants, Edible
ISBN : OCLC:911779475

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Edible Native Plants of the Rocky Mountains by Harold David Harrington Pdf

Author : Lizbeth Morgan
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2013-06-04
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781493002252

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Foraging the Rocky Mountains by Lizbeth Morgan Pdf

The Rocky Mountain region's diverse geography overflows with edible plant species. From salsify to pearly everlasting, currants to pine nuts, Foraging the Rocky Mountains guides you to 85 edible wild foods and healthful herbs of the region. This valuable reference guide will help you identify and appreciate the wild bounty of the Rocky Mountain states. This guide also includes:: detailed descriptions of edible plants and animals tips on finding, preparing, and using foraged foods recipes suitable for the trail and at home detailed, full-color photos a glossary of botanical terms

Author : Robert Dorn,Jane Dorn
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Nature
ISBN : 143032967X

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Growing Native Plants of the Rocky Mountain Area by Robert Dorn,Jane Dorn Pdf

The Rocky Mountain area is noted for challenging growing conditions and a great diversity of plant life. From this plant diversity, the authors have selected 518 species of native plants suitable for use in horticulture and native plant landscaping. The selected species include trees, shrubs, vines, ferns, cacti, grasses, and wildflowers. Culture and propagation information are provided for each species and color photos are provided for most species.

Author : Darcy Williamson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 171 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2002-01-01
Category : Medicinal plants
ISBN : 0939041227

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Healing Plants of the Rocky Mountains by Darcy Williamson Pdf

Presents 31 native plants. Each chapter includes an introduction, details on identification, how to harvest for regeneration, plus instructions on preparation for usage and a few historic notes.

Author : Dot Barlowe
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2004-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0486430456

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Rocky Mountains Plants and Animals by Dot Barlowe Pdf

Nature lovers, environmentalists, and coloring book fans alike will delight in these lifelike pictures of plants and animals that inhabit the Rocky Mountain region of North America. Twenty-seven illustrations accurately depict detailed images of a hawk circling high, a puma watching its cubs, a chipmunk sampling pine nuts, and other scenes.

Author : Denver Botanic Gardens
Publisher : Timber Press
Page : 501 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2018-08-21
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781604698695

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Wildflowers of the Rocky Mountain Region by Denver Botanic Gardens Pdf

for loving where you live. Wildflowers of the Rocky Mountain Region is a comprehensive field guide for anyone wishing to learn about the amazingly diverse wildflowers of the region. Organized by flower color and shape, and including a range map for each flower described, the guide is as user-friendly as it is informative. This must-have book is perfect for hikers, naturalists, and native plant enthusiasts. Covers the entire Rocky Mountain range from Canada south to New Mexico, separated into Northern Rockies, Middle Rockies, and Southern Rockies Describes and illustrates nearly 1,200 commonly encountered species Includes perennials, annuals, biennials, vines, shrubs, and subshrubs, both native and non-native 1,245 superb color photographs and 1,189 range maps User-friendly organization by flower color, shape, and petal count

Author : Terry Willard,James McCormick
Publisher : Calgary : Wild Rose College of Natural Healing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Cookery (Wild foods)
ISBN : 0969172729

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Edible and Medicinal Plants of the Rocky Mountains and Neighbouring Territories by Terry Willard,James McCormick Pdf

More than 200 colour photographs and line drawings combine with information on more than 150 major plant species to make this book a great horticultural resource. Edible and Medicinal Plants of the Rocky Mountains and Neighbouring Territories includes descriptions of plant uses and preparations with details on how First Nations peoples used the material for herbal healing.

Author : John Cretti,Mary Ann Newcomer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2012-11-30
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 9781591865407

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Rocky Mountain Gardener's Handbook by John Cretti,Mary Ann Newcomer Pdf

Rocky Mountain Gardener's Handbook is an all-inclusive gardener's reference book. It includes plant information as well as when-to-do-it information. Covering decorative landscape plants and edible plants, this handbook is a thorough introduction to gardening in the Rocky Mountains.

Author : William Alfred Weber
Publisher : University Press of Colorado
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Botany
ISBN : UOM:39076005272716

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Rocky Mountain Flora by William Alfred Weber Pdf

Rocky Mountain Flora offer an outstanding starting point for the pursuit of botany in the Rockies.

Author : Caleb Warnock
Publisher : Familius
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1945547839

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437 Edible Wild Plants of the Rocky Mountain West by Caleb Warnock Pdf

Self-sufficiency expert Caleb Warnock shares his expertise of living off the land in 437 Edible Wild Plants, the go-to guide for any adventurer or homesteader interested in learning about natural, edible vegetation.

Author : Jason Schwartz,Waterford Press Staff
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2016-04-12
Category : Plants, Edible
ISBN : 1583559760

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Edible Survival Plants of the Rocky Mountains by Jason Schwartz,Waterford Press Staff Pdf

Edible Survival Plants of the Rocky Mountains is a simplified guide to familiar and widespread species of edible berries, nuts, leaves and roots found in North America. This beautifully illustrated guide identifies the most familiar plants and includes information on how to harvest and prepare their edible parts. It also includes a section on dangerous, poisonous and contact-poison plants to avoid while harvesting. Laminated for durability, this lightweight, pocket-sized folding guide is an excellent source of portable information and ideal for field use by visitors and residents alike.

Author : David C. Powell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Forest plants
ISBN : MINN:31951D00749287Z

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Field Guide to Forest Plants of South-central Colorado by David C. Powell Pdf