Description

In Volume Two of Genera Orchidacearum, three of the seven tribes found in the subfamily Orchidoideae-Orchideae, Diurideae, and Diseae are thoroughly described. Each of the 101 genera in this volume receive separate treatment with sections on nomenclature and synonymy, distribution, anatomy, palynomy, embryology, cytogenetics, ecology, phytochemistry, phylogenetics, pollination, taxonomic notes, and economic uses. For those genera found in hobbyist's collections, cultivation notes emphasizing aritificial propagation are provided.
This book features distribution maps of each genus with details on the dispersion of the flowers; superb illustrations with over 120 color photographs and line drawings; cultivational details for orchid enthusiasts and growers; contributions from over 50 international orchid experts; and diagnostic illustrations that detail each genus.

Features

• Fully comprehensive and first phylogenetic monograph of orchids. More than 50 authoritative contributors from around the world over the course of the series. At least one colour illustration of most genera. Diagnostic drawings and distribution maps of every genus. Guidelines to future research

Reviews

"[B]eautifully illustrated"--The Professional Gardener

"[A]ll of the positives that characterize the first volume can also be attributed to the second volume ... Orchid cultivators will certainly appreciate this book for its detailed cultivation notes ... The book is highly recommended for plant systematists, orchideologists and botanists as it is an excellent example of both basic orchideological literature and a modern monograph."--Folia Geobotanica

Product Details

464 pages; 122 color photographs, 3 b/w halftones, 223 line illus.; ISBN13: 978-0-19-850710-9ISBN10: 0-19-850710-0