Bøger af Linda Kershaw

There are hundreds of plant species in Alberta. This book will help you to understand and remember some of their names. It includes a guide to the pronunciation of scientific names, followed by phonetic presentations and notes on the origins of hundreds of names. Wondering where to find the scientific name for a common plant? Search the list of common names to find it. You know the scientific name for a plant, but wonder what the common name is? The alphabetical list of scientific plant names will guide you to some of the most common English names used in Alberta.Whether you are just starting to learn about Alberta plants, or are involved in botanical writing, researching or lecturing, this book will prove to be a valuable guide to the myriad of Alberta plant names.

Throughout human history, plants have provided us with food, clothing, medicine and shelter. The Rocky Mountains are home to a diversity of plant species that have helped native peoples and settlers survive through the centuries. This title describes 333 common trees, shrubs, flowers, ferns, mosses and lichens that have been used by people from ancient times to the present. This comprehensive guide contains: More than 700 color photographs and illustrations An introduction explaining the use of wild plants, including gathering, preparing and cooking Food, medicinal and other uses for each species Clear descriptions of the plants and where to find them Warnings about plant allergies, poisons and digestive upsets A special section at the end detailing 46 of the more common poisonous plants in the Rockies region.