Author |
Andrews, Henry Cranke, active 1799-1828 |
Title |
The botanist's repository for new and rare plants; vol. 09 [of 10]
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Original Publication |
London: The author, 1797.
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Note |
Reading ease score: 66.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Credits |
Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by Biodiversity Heritage Library.)
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Summary |
"The Botanist's Repository for New and Rare Plants; Vol. 09" by H. Andrews is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This volume is part of a larger series dedicated to cataloging and illustrating new and rare plant species, accompanied by detailed botanical descriptions in both Latin and English, following the Linnaean classification system. The work serves as a valuable reference for botanists, horticulturists, and plant enthusiasts looking to discover and understand unique plant specimens from around the world. At the start of this volume, Andrews begins by presenting several newly identified species, including the Assurgent Lobelia and Narrow-leaved Volkameria, each described with precise botanical terminology. The opening portion includes detailed illustrations and classifications that highlight the specific characteristics and growing conditions of these plants, emphasizing their rarity and ornamental value. As the text unfolds, it delves into the historical context of each species, discussing their origins and cultivation, particularly in botanic gardens, offering insight into the ongoing exploration and classification of the plant kingdom during this period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
SB: Agriculture: Plant culture
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Subject |
Plants -- Pictorial works
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Subject |
Plants, Cultivated -- Pictorial works
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Subject |
Rare plants -- Pictorial works
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
74978 |
Release Date |
Dec 26, 2024 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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