Book ID: 99918
Lorenzi, Harri, Francis Kahn, Larry R. Noblick and Evandro Ferreira
Brazilian Flora: Arecaceae (Palms). 2010. Many col. photogr. & dot maps. 368 p. 4to. Hardcover.- In English.
A profusely illustrated monograph on Brazilian native palms. About 10 species decribed as new. The total of 300 taxa are presented in alphabetical order by genus, within genus by (alphabetically) species, varieties and natural hybrids. Each taxon is presented on a single page and includes 3 color photographs, a distribution map and description. Dichotomous keys for species and genera. Introductory chapters on origin, economic importance, morphological characteristics, propagation, use in landscaping. Glossary of botanical terms, index of Latin and popular names.