Introduction to California Spring Wildflowers of the Foothills, Valleys, and Coast

by Munz, Philip A.

• ISBN13: 9780520236349
• ISBN10: 0520236343
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-03-01
• Publisher: Univ of California Pr

Summary

In the spring, California's rolling hills, green valleys, and coastal slopes are colored with wildflowers treasured by both residents and visitors to the state. First published more than forty years ago, this popular guidebook has helped thousands of amateur and intermediate wildflower enthusiasts learn the names of the flowers located in some of the state's loveliest and most accessible areas--from below the yellow pine belt in the Sierra Nevada westward to the coast. Thoroughly revised and updated throughout, it is now easier to use and more accurate--the perfect guide to take along on outdoor excursions in California and surrounding regions. * Includes 244 new color photographs and 102 detailed drawings * Now describes more than 400 wildflowers emphasizing the species most likely to be encountered in the state today * Plant descriptions now include more detail, helpful identifying tips, and locales where flowers are likely to be seen

Table of Contents

Editor's Preface to the New Edition

Acknowledgments

Introduction

Introduction to the Plant Communities of California in Spring

Maps of California Reddish Flowers

Rose to Purplish Red or Brown Whitish Flowers

White to Pale Cream or Pale Pink or Greenish Bluish Flowers

Blue to Violet Yellowish Flowers

Yellow to Orange

Glossary

Art Credits

Index

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