A Great Lakes Wetland Flora : A Complete, Illustrated Guide to the Aquatic and Wetland Plants of the Upper Midwest

A Great Lakes Wetland Flora is the first field guide to all the vascular plants one is likely to encounter in the wetlands of the Upper Midwest- including the plants of bogs, fens, swamps, marshes and wet meadows-as well as the truly aquatic plants of lakes, ponds, rivers and streams. The book's thoroughness makes it an essential reference for natural resource professionals; its ease-of-use and clear illustrations will appeal to those interested in learning more about these fascinating habitats. Contents include: Complete coverage of the aquatic and wetland plants of the Upper Midwest-Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, northern Illinois, and northern Indiana-with general applicability to surrounding areas. Descriptions and key to major wetland types of the Great Lakes region. Over 900 plant species in 114 families; each species described (including habitat and range information) and illustrated. Alphabetically arranged by family within four groups-Ferns and Fern Allies, Conifers, Dicots, and Monocots-for quickly finding and identifying plants. Easy-to-use keys to each family, genus and species. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service wetland status indicator for each species.
ASIN: 0965138526
VSKU: BVV.0965138526.A
Condition: Acceptable
Author/Artist:Chadde, Steve W.
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: The item is very worn but is perfectly usable. Signs of wear can include aesthetic issues such as scratches, dents, worn and creased covers, folded page corners and minor liquid stains. All pages and the cover are intact, but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include moderate to heavy amount of notes and highlighting, but the text is not obscured or unreadable. Page edges may have foxing age related spots and browning . May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.