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Discovering Wild Plant Names John Stevens

Discovering Wild Plant Names By John Stevens

Discovering Wild Plant Names by John Stevens


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Summary

Many wild plant names originate from early Greek, Latin or Old English and through the ages their original meanings have become misunderstood. This book aims to bring order to the confusion of botanical classification by tracing the origins of both the English names and the scientific names of the common species of plants and trees in Britain.

Discovering Wild Plant Names Summary

Discovering Wild Plant Names by John Stevens

Many wild plant names originate from early Greek, Latin or Old English and through the ages their original meanings have become misunderstood or unknown. This book aims to bring order to the confusion of botanical classification by tracing the origins of both the popular English names and the scientific names of many of the most common species of wild plants and trees in Great Britain. With detailed line drawings of some of the plants mentioned, John E. Stevens provides a comprehensive glossary of plant names from 'Aaron's rod' to 'Yew', making this a perfect pocket guide for keen gardeners and plant enthusiasts.

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GOR002234524
9780852632130
0852632134
Discovering Wild Plant Names by John Stevens
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
2008-11-20
64
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This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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