Author : John L. Tveten
Publisher :
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 48,79 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Nature
ISBN :
More than 200 wild flower plants are identified by color photographs, tracing the history and lore of the species.
Author : John L. Tveten
Publisher : University of Texas Press
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 35,49 MB
Release : 2010-07-05
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0292786875
You'll find them throughout the year in Houston—lyre-leaf sage, Drummond skullcap, silver-leaf nightshade, snow-on-the-prairie, lemon beebalm, scarlet pimpernel, plains wild indigo, spring ladies'-tresses, deer pea vetch. These wildflowers and hundreds of other species flourish in this part of Texas, but until this book was published in 1993 no guide had focused exclusively on the Houston area. John and Gloria Tveten spent years seeking out both the common and the rare flowers. They describe here more than 200 plants. A color photograph of each one will make identification easy. The guide is arranged by color, with each entry tracing the history and lore of a species. Many plants—for example, prairie Indian plantain and self-heal—were used by Native Americans for medicinal purposes. Others, like poke-weed and wapato, are edible. Southern dewberry and giant ragweed are used as natural dyes. And some, like rattlebush and milkweed, are poisonous. At the end of each species account is a list of key identifying characteristics for quick reference in the field. Summaries of plant families are also included, as well as tips on where and when to look for wildflowers.
Author : Campbell Loughmiller
Publisher :
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 26,28 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Wild flowers
ISBN : 9780292747944
The recently updated field guide designed to help easily identify wildflowers native to Texas. Many color photographs help make identification easy and foolproof.
Author : John L. Tveten
Publisher :
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 40,58 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Wild flowers
ISBN :
More than 200 wild flower plants are identified by color photographs, tracing the history and lore of the species.
Author : Cherie Foster Colburn
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,43 MB
Release : 2012
Category : JUVENILE FICTION
ISBN : 9781936474189
Seven tales from Texas reveal the stories behind wildflowers as they were told by Native Americans, Mexicans, or European settlers. Includes "fun facts" about each flower and notes on the stories.
Author : Nicole Telkes
Publisher :
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 32,62 MB
Release : 2014-08-18
Category : Medicinal plants
ISBN : 9780615767567
The first medicinal plant guide for Texas! An introductory Materia Medica for Herbs, Herb Gardening, Wild Foraging, and Seasonal Information for Native, Weedy, and otherwise Useful Plants of Texas and the Deep South Vol 1
Author : Campbell Loughmiller
Publisher : University of Texas Press
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 20,71 MB
Release : 2006-03-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780292712867
The recently updated field guide designed to help easily identify wildflowers native to Texas. Many color photographs help make identification easy and foolproof.
Author : Kathi Appelt
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 34,24 MB
Release : 2005-02-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0060011076
Bluebonnets and lady's slippers, larkspurs and blazing stars, black-eyed Susans and Granny's nightcaps. From a lonely childhood in the Piney Woods of East Texas to an exciting life in the White House, Lady Bird Johnson loved these wildflowers with all her heart. They were her companions in her youth, greeting her everywhere as she explored wild forests, bayous, and hills. Later, as First Lady, she sought to bring the beauty of wildflowers to America's cities and highways. She wanted to make sure every child could enjoy the splendor of wildflowers. In this warm, engaging look at the life of a great First Lady, Kathi Appelt tells the story behind Lady Bird Johnson's environmental vision. Joy Fisher Hein's colorful wildflowers burst from every page, inviting us to share in Lady Bird's love for natural beauty.
Author : Nora Bowers
Publisher : Adventure Publications
Page : 537 pages
File Size : 12,39 MB
Release : 2023-03-14
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1647553830
Identify Texas wildflowers with this easy-to-use field guide, organized by color and featuring full-color photographs and helpful information. With this famous field guide by Nora Bowers, Rick Bowers, and Stan Tekiela, you can make wildflower identification simple, informative, and productive. There’s no need to look through dozens of photos of wildflowers that don’t grow in Texas. Learn about 200 of the most common and important species found in the state. They’re organized in the field guide by color and then by size for ease of use. Fact-filled information contains the particulars that you want to know, while full-page photographs provide the visual detail needed for accurate identification. Book Features 200 species: Only Texas wildflowers! Simple color guide: See a purple flower? Go to the purple section Fact-filled information and stunning professional photographs Icons that make visual identification quick and easy Naturalist notes, including tidbits and facts Plants typical of Texas This new edition includes updated photographs, expanded information, and even more of the authors’ expert insights. Grab Wildflowers of Texas Field Guide for your next outing—to help you positively identify the wildflowers you see.
Author : Nancy Lawson
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 21,50 MB
Release : 2017-04-18
Category :
ISBN : 1616896175
In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.
