Genera Orchidacearum Volume 3: Orchidoideae (Part 2), Vanilloideae
, by Pridgeon, Alec M.; Cribb, Phillip J.; Chase, Mark W.; Rasmussen, Finn N.Note: Supplemental materials are not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases.
- ISBN: 9780198507116 | 0198507119
- Cover: Hardcover
- Copyright: 9/18/2003
This third volume in the Genera Orchidacearum series describes the remaining 105 genera of subfamily Orchidoideae and all 15 genera of subfamily Vanilloideae. Comprehensive treatments are provided for each genus, which include complete nomenclature, description, distribution (with map), anatomy, palynology, cytogenetics, phytochemistry, phylogenetics, pollination, ecology, and economic uses. Cultivation notes are included for those genera known to be in hobbyist collections. Genera are beautifully illustrated with 242 line drawings and 24 pages of color photographs. Special Features: * Classification of orchids based on evolutionary history, determined by morphology and the latest DNA data * Distribution maps of each genus provide graphic details on the dispersion of the flowers * Beautifully illustrated with 242 line drawings and 24 pages of color plates * Includes cultivational details for orchid enthusiasts * Draws on the contributions of over 50 international orchid experts