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Highlights
- A definitive monograph on the orchid genus Phalaenopsis, the first thorough treatment sin Herman Sweet's revision in 1969.
- Author(s): Eric A Christenson
- 394 Pages
- Gardening, Flowers
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About the Book
Having spent nearly 30 years studying and working with Phalaenopsis, Christenson offers a timely monograph on phalaenopsis hybrids, which are doubtless the most widely grown orchids in today's market.Book Synopsis
A definitive monograph on the orchid genus Phalaenopsis, the first thorough treatment sin Herman Sweet's revision in 1969.Review Quotes
"Promises to enlighten aficionados. . . . A wealth of stimulating data to assist in the cultivation of these distinctive plants." --Booklist "Research taxonomist Christenson offers a scientific understanding of these plants as well as hybridization and cultural tips." --Library Journal "This complete work on Phalaenopsis is an essential reference, offering keys to the species, descriptions of each, taxonomic notes, and hybridization and conservation." --Orchids "Eric Christenson has written an extraordinary book reflecting years of botanical research and almost 30 years of horticultural experience with the genus. No orchid specialist will want to be without it." --Biology Digest "Eric has sculpted a very fine book that will be the bible for species growers for decades to come.. . . . It was worth the wait and I recommend it most highly." --Orchid Digest "Phalaenopsis: A Monograph is an essential addition to the libraries of hobbyists, commercial growers, judges, Affiliated Societies, and anyone with an interest in this genus of Old World orchids." --American Orchid Society BookShop "The first thorough update of the genus since Herman Sweet's revision in 1969." --Plant Talk "A long-needed revision of the genus Phalaenopsis. . . . Highly recommended." --Choice "Orchid scientists and growers alike will want to own a copy of Eric Christenson's new monograph of Phalaenopsis." --Brittonia "The author draws on his extensive botanical research and almost 30 years of growing this genus. His love for these plants is evident throughout this book." --Hawaii Horticulture "An important book for anyone who takes a serious interest in growing this colorful, adaptable, long living plant which flowers reliably in winter months." --Orchidacea
Dimensions (Overall): 8.4 Inches (H) x 5.52 Inches (W) x 1.17 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.4 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 394
Genre: Gardening
Sub-Genre: Flowers
Publisher: Timber Press (OR)
Theme: Orchids
Format: Paperback
Author: Eric A Christenson
Language: English
Street Date: October 30, 2009
TCIN: 1006378745
UPC: 9781604691719
Item Number (DPCI): 247-11-3313
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 1.17 inches length x 5.52 inches width x 8.4 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.4 pounds
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