Which Native Forest Plant?

Explore the fascinating world of New Zealand's native flora with 'Which Native Forest Plant?' by Andrew Crowe, a must-have guide for nature enthusiasts and plant lovers. This comprehensive trade paperback is packed with essential information about the identification, ecology, and practical uses of New Zealand's unique native plants. Utilizing Andrew Crowe's exclusive leaf key, you can easily identify various native shrubs, climbing plants, and distinctive groundcovers. The book beautifully illustrates these plants with vibrant color photographs, making it easier to distinguish each species by their leaves and associated wildlife. With graphics showcasing plant shapes and heights, as well as detailed distribution maps, you'll confidently navigate the diverse landscape of New Zealand's native forests.

Additionally, each entry contains insightful information about the traditional and modern uses of these plants, including their applications in food, medicine, and crafting items like snow sandals, hair ties, and baskets. Not only can you identify these plants, but you can also learn how to cultivate them in your own garden, promoting biodiversity and celebrating New Zealand's rich botanical heritage. Perfect for educators, students, and anyone interested in horticulture, this essential guide is your gateway to understanding New Zealand's natural wonders. Enjoy FREE shipping on this valuable resource but note that combined shipping with other products is not available. Please allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780143009016
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2009
Publisher: Penguin NZ
Pages: 64


Description:
This best-selling classic by Andrew Crowe includes comprehensive information on the identification, ecology and uses of New Zealand's native plants.

Use Andrew Crowe's unique leaf key to confidently identify the shrubs, climbers, perching plants and groundcovers of New Zealand's native forest. Colour photographs of leaves and associated creatures, graphics giving plant shape and height, plant distribution maps and ID checklists clearly listing distinguishing features are all helpful tools to identify New Zealand's native forest plants.

Discover the known uses of each plant, from snow sandals, hair ties, combs, whistles, baskets and dyes, to food, medicine and timber. Also, learn how to grow each plant in your own garden.

This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.