Wildflowers of the Northern and Central Mountains of New Mexico

Wildflowers of the Northern and Central Mountains of New Mexico
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Publisher : UNM Press
Total Pages : 407
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ISBN-10 : 9780826355485
ISBN-13 : 082635548X
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Book Synopsis Wildflowers of the Northern and Central Mountains of New Mexico by : Larry J. Littlefield

Download or read book Wildflowers of the Northern and Central Mountains of New Mexico written by Larry J. Littlefield and published by UNM Press. This book was released on 2015-05-01 with total page 407 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique reference work describes over 350 wildflowers and flowering shrubs that grow in New Mexico’s Sangre de Cristo, Jemez, Sandia, and Manzano Mountains, as well as neighboring ranges, including the Manzanita, San Pedro, Ortiz, and other lower-elevation mountains in central portions of the state. With more than a thousand color photographs accompanied by visual descriptions, the easy-to-use guide organizes plants first by flower color, then alphabetically by family common name, then by scientific name. The authors also include information on traditional uses of the plants by indigenous peoples and an extensive glossary and bibliography. A brief geological history and description of the ranges examines the different life zones and ecosystems and how these relate to elevation and microclimates. Wildflower enthusiasts and hikers will welcome this useful book.


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