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Wildflowers and Ferns of Kentucky

Author : Thomas G. Barnes
Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
ISBN 13 : 0813185505
Total Pages : 632 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (131 download)

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Download or read book Wildflowers and Ferns of Kentucky written by Thomas G. Barnes and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2021-10-21 with total page 632 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since Kentucky is situated at a biological crossroads in eastern North America, citizens and visitors to this beautiful state are likely to be greeted by an astonishing variety of wildflowers. This non-technical guide—featuring more than five hundred dazzling full-color photographs by award-winning photographer Thomas G. Barnes—is the state's indispensable guide to the most common species in the Commonwealth. With this book, readers will learn to identify and appreciate Kentucky wildflowers and ferns by matching photographs and leaf line drawings to the more than six hundred and fifty species of flowers covered in the book. Extremely practical and simple to use, the guide's color photographs and line drawings appear with plant descriptions for easy identification, and plants are grouped by flower color and blooming season. Each species listing includes the plant's common and scientific name, plant family, habitat, frequency, and distribution throughout Kentucky, with similar species listed in the notes. There is no other volume that covers the flora of Kentucky with such ease of identification. The first new statewide guide to appear in thirty years, with its combination of high quality photographs, illustrations, portability, and easy organization of information, Wildflowers and Ferns of Kentucky is an essential addition to the library or field pack of the wildflower enthusiast, naturalist, and anyone else who loves the outdoors.

A Guide to the Wildflowers and Ferns of Kentucky

Author : Mary E. Wharton
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 362 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Guide to the Wildflowers and Ferns of Kentucky written by Mary E. Wharton and published by . This book was released on 1971 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique guide to the herbaceous wildflowers and ferns of Kentucky's fields and forests contains over 500 full-color illustrations of nearly 500 species.

Wildflowers and Ferns of Red River Gorge and the Greater Red River Basin

Author : Dan Dourson
Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
ISBN 13 : 1949669017
Total Pages : 488 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (496 download)

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Download or read book Wildflowers and Ferns of Red River Gorge and the Greater Red River Basin written by Dan Dourson and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2019-02-01 with total page 488 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Red River Gorge's intricate canyon system features an abundance of high sandstone cliffs, rock shelters, waterfalls, and natural bridges, making it one of the world's top rock-climbing destinations. The Gorge, known for its unspoiled scenic beauty and numerous hiking trails, is one of Kentucky's most popular natural destinations, attracting over 500,000 visitors a year. While books about hiking, climbing, and other recreational activities in the area are readily available, Wildflowers and Ferns of Red River Gorge is the first book specifically devoted to the biodiversity of the Gorge and its watershed. Authors Dan and Judy Dourson introduce the geology and cultural history of the gorge but focus on the incredible diversity of both common and rare flora of this unique ecosystem. With over 1,000 color images and numerous illustrations covering over 1,500 species currently known to exist in the watershed, Wildflowers and Ferns of Red River Gorge is designed to be accessible to the casual hiker and of use to the seasoned naturalist. Rare and endangered species are highlighted as well as a few other important, but often ignored, non-flowering plant groups, including green algae, fungi, slime molds, lichens, and mosses. In addition, a small section on flowering woody vines, shrubs, and trees is included, making the book the most comprehensive natural guide to one of Kentucky's most well-known natural recreational areas.

Plant Life of Kentucky

Author : Ronald Jones
Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
ISBN 13 : 0813171946
Total Pages : 854 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (131 download)

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Download or read book Plant Life of Kentucky written by Ronald Jones and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2005-03-25 with total page 854 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Plant Life of Kentucky is the first comprehensive guide to all the ferns, flowering herbs, and woody plants of the state. This long-awaited work provides identification keys for Kentucky’s 2,600 native and naturalized vascular plants, with notes on wildlife/human uses, poisonous plants, and medicinal herbs. The common name, flowering period, habitat, distribution, rarity, and wetland status are given for each species, and about 80 percent are illustrated with line drawings. The inclusion of 250 additional species from outside the state (these species are “to be expected” in Kentucky) broadens the regional coverage, and most plants occurring from northern Alabama to southern Ohio to the Mississippi River (an area of wide similarity in flora) are examined, including nearly all the plants of western and central Tennessee. The author also describes prehistoric and historical changes in the flora, natural regions and plant communities, significant botanists, current threats to plant life, and a plan for future studies. Plant Life of Kentucky is intended as a research tool for professionals in biology and related fields, and as a resource for students, amateur naturalists, and others interested in understanding and preserving our rich botanical heritage.

Trees & Shrubs of Kentucky

Author : Mary E. Wharton
Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
ISBN 13 : 9780813112947
Total Pages : 618 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (129 download)

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Download or read book Trees & Shrubs of Kentucky written by Mary E. Wharton and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 1973-01-01 with total page 618 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses the role of trees and shrubs in the ecology of Kentucky, provides a guide to identification, and briefly describes each species

Rare Wildflowers of Kentucky

Author : Thomas G. Barnes
Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
ISBN 13 : 9780813124964
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (249 download)

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Download or read book Rare Wildflowers of Kentucky written by Thomas G. Barnes and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2008-07-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kentucky's rich soil and wonderfully diverse landscapes have for centuries made the state a welcoming habitat for a dazzling variety of wildflowers. From the delicate Kentucky glade cress to the fiery royal catchfly, flowers, grasses, and sedges nestle on rocky hillsides, bask in open woodlands and prairies, and even manage to thrive in busy rights of way and roadsides. As demand for natural resources and land for development and housing in the Commonwealth grows, land use and habitats are quickly changing. Unfortunately, this translates into disappearing or degraded habitats for a host of remarkable wildflowers. Currently 255 plant species in Kentucky are considered endangered or threatened, and there are more than 50 potential additions to the list. Rare Wildflowers of Kentucky provides an introduction to Kentucky's signature rare plants with 220 gorgeous full-color photographs by Thomas G. Barnes, a naturalist and award-winning photographer. These rare wildflowers and their descriptions are organized by habitat, and the book draws attention to the enduring beauty of Kentucky's old-growth forests, prairies, wetlands, and other habitats. In addition to serving as a stunning photographic record of Kentucky's rare plants, the book examines ecological communities and the ways in which they are threatened. The authors also explain how various plants have become endangered over the decades and suggest concrete steps for conservation and preservation at both the government and private level. The book also includes references, a list of scientific and common species names, and a list of each plant's endangered status that is especially useful to gardeners, botanists, and horticultural professionals. Rare Wildflowers of Kentucky is both a celebration and a call to action to save the plants that are a vital part of Kentucky's natural heritage.

Woody Plants of Kentucky and Tennessee

Author : Ronald L. Jones
Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
ISBN 13 : 0813143098
Total Pages : 823 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (131 download)

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Download or read book Woody Plants of Kentucky and Tennessee written by Ronald L. Jones and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2013-10-22 with total page 823 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For centuries people have used trees, shrubs, and woody vines for food, clothing, ritual, construction, scientific study, and more. However, these important plants are easy to overlook during the winter months, when the absence of leaves, fruit, and other distinguishing characteristics makes them difficult to recognize. This comprehensive volume is the essential guide to woody plants in Kentucky, Tennessee, and surrounding states during the winter season. Featuring color images of more than four hundred species, this detailed botanical resource provides keys to the genera and species, as well as descriptions of the genera. The species accounts include useful information on Latin meanings, common names, habitats and distributions, and notes on toxicity, nativity, rarity, and wetland status. In addition, authors Ronald L. Jones and B. Eugene Wofford provide notes on practical uses for the plants, including food, medicine, fiber, and weapons. Winter identification of woody plants can be a daunting exercise, but Jones and Wofford present clear and authoritative information that can help anyone spot these species in the wild. Whether taken into the field or enjoyed at home, Woody Plants of Kentucky and Tennessee: The Complete Winter Guide to Their Identification and Use is a comprehensive and accessible resource for professional and amateur botanists, students, commercial landscapers, homeowners, and outdoor enthusiasts.

Wildflowers of the Boundary Waters

Author : Betty Vos Hemstad
Publisher : Minnesota Historical Society Press
ISBN 13 : 9780873516471
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (164 download)

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Download or read book Wildflowers of the Boundary Waters written by Betty Vos Hemstad and published by Minnesota Historical Society Press. This book was released on 2009 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Arranged by season and including helpful "as seen while hiking" views, this guidebook opens up a world of natural beauty for wildflower watchers in northen climes.

Wild Yet Tasty

Author : Dan Dourson
Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
ISBN 13 : 1949669041
Total Pages : 42 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (496 download)

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Download or read book Wild Yet Tasty written by Dan Dourson and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2019-02-22 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Eastern Kentucky is home to a number of breathtaking natural attractions. Over half a million visitors each year are drawn to its scenic beauty, abundant hiking trails, and exceptional rock climbing. The region also holds some of the most diverse ecosystems in the world, from forest and mountain terrain to caves and ravines. This dramatic mixture of microclimates creates a natural abundance, including numerous edible plants, not found elsewhere in the region. Many are unfamiliar with these fascinating florae species, but Wild Yet Tasty by Dan Dourson and Judy Dourson provides a wealth of information about these comestible, natural treasures. This compact guide provides a useful introduction to the most commonly found and easily identified species, ranging from well-known edibles like morels, blackberries, and persimmons to ones that are not as commonly eaten, such as toothwort, common greenbrier, and redbud. Included are detailed line drawings and descriptions to help with identification, habitat information, specifics on what parts are eatable, and suggestions for the best time to harvest. A glossary of terms and tips for preparing wild food make this guide an invaluable resource for hikers, climbers, and campers visiting the region.

Kentucky's Last Great Places

Author : Thomas G. Barnes
Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
ISBN 13 : 9780813129228
Total Pages : 230 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (292 download)

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Download or read book Kentucky's Last Great Places written by Thomas G. Barnes and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Wildflowers of Mississippi

Author : S. Lee Timme
Publisher : Univ. Press of Mississippi
ISBN 13 : 1578069696
Total Pages : 300 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (78 download)

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Download or read book Wildflowers of Mississippi written by S. Lee Timme and published by Univ. Press of Mississippi. This book was released on 2007 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With its variety of habitats, Mississippi contains an especially rich and diverse set of native and naturalized flowering plants. First published in 1989, this handy volume is the comprehensive, full-color guide to the state's lush array of wildflowers. Now available again, it provides both professional and amateur botanists a quick yet authoritative resource for identifying more than five hundred of the wildflowers found in Mississippi and its contiguous states. An appendix provides scientific names that have changed since the original edition. Descriptions of species have been consistently organized for ready reference and comparison. Information on plants has been arranged alphabetically by family, genera, and species within the two groups of flowering plants. Each of the five hundred plus species is fully described and is identified by one or more full-color photographs. Stephen L. Timme is professor of botany and director of the Theodore M. Sperry Herbarium at Pittsburg State University in Kansas. He is coauthor of Medicinal and Useful Plants of the Upper Amazon.

100 Texas Wildflowers

Author : Dorothy Baird Mattiza
Publisher : Western National Parks Association
ISBN 13 : 9781877856358
Total Pages : 76 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (563 download)

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Download or read book 100 Texas Wildflowers written by Dorothy Baird Mattiza and published by Western National Parks Association. This book was released on 1993 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Information on the range, size, identification, and scientific name of 100 flowers native to Texas.

Counting Wildflowers

Author : Bruce McMillan
Publisher : HarperCollins
ISBN 13 : 9780688140274
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (42 download)

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Download or read book Counting Wildflowers written by Bruce McMillan and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 1995-04-25 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This carefully planned and executed counting concept book is rich in content....Number concepts 1 through 20 are presented in full-color, high-quality photographs of common field and woodland wildflowers."--School Library Journal.

All about Mississippi Wildflowers

Author : Jan W. Midgley
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781581732160
Total Pages : 298 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (321 download)

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Download or read book All about Mississippi Wildflowers written by Jan W. Midgley and published by . This book was released on 2003-10-01 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Michigan Wildflowers

Author : Helen Vandervort Smith
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 504 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Michigan Wildflowers written by Helen Vandervort Smith and published by . This book was released on 1966 with total page 504 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The American Darters

Author : Robert A. Kuehne
Publisher : University Press of Kentucky
ISBN 13 : 0813188245
Total Pages : 559 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (131 download)

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Download or read book The American Darters written by Robert A. Kuehne and published by University Press of Kentucky. This book was released on 2021-11-21 with total page 559 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The darters are a fascinating group of colorful and diminutive freshwater fish whose beauty rivals that of the tropical reef fishes. Native only to North America, the darters occur widely, especially in the United States, but are little known to the general public, largely because of their small size—few exceed six inches and some measure a mere one inch at maturity. This book is the first comprehensive guide to the darters, covering all named and several undescribed forms—140 species in all. Each species account includes a synoptic description to aid in separation of similar species and subspecies, a range map, and discussion of the species' distribution, natural heritage, abundance, and scientific name. An illustrated key and glossary will further assist scientists, students, fishermen, and aquarium specialists in identifying darter species. Central to this volume is the series of 144 handsome color photographs illustrating nearly all known darter species and several subspecies. Most of the specimens shown were caught by the authors at sites throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and photographed by them on site using a recently developed technique that captures the full brilliance of the living fish. Because of their importance as indicators of environmental quality, the darters are receiving increasing attention today from scientists and naturalists. Public interest was focused recently on the plight of the snail darter, but many other darter species are either threatened or endangered, and others face an uncertain future as human activities continue to degrade our waterways. All those with an interest in preserving the natural heritage of our rivers and streams will find this comprehensive guide to the darters an invaluable tool.

Field Book of Western Wild Flowers

Author : Margaret Armstrong
Publisher : Litres
ISBN 13 : 5040885369
Total Pages : 731 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (48 download)

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Download or read book Field Book of Western Wild Flowers written by Margaret Armstrong and published by Litres. This book was released on 2021-12-02 with total page 731 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Field Book of Western Wild Flowers" by J. J. Thornber, Margaret Armstrong. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.