Lives of Conifers: A Comparative Account of the Coniferous Trees

摘要: Dominant throughout the temperate northern hemisphere, conifers form backbone of boreal ecosystems. This comprehensive reference work explains complex life cycles these trees. Based on more than five decades study, Graham R. Powell provides an illustrated, guided tour from seed and reproduction to old age death. Focusing most common species, offers a clear picture conifers-a type tree that plays vital role in various environmental systems upon which humankind relies for its lifestyle. The engaging text is peppered with interesting facts comparative data about well- lesser-known species. Lives Conifers features hundreds full-color illustrations expansive morphological, anatomical, physiological information evergreens. book includes glossary terms detailed bibliography further study.