Product Description

This second volume covers 900 additional species, and supplies new photographs that illustrate different aspects of the plant, whether in its habitat or in cultivation.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1930434 in Books
• Published on: 2000-03-15
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 234 pages

From Booklist
Sajeva, an Italian biologist, and Costanzo, an expert in the field of alpine succulents, have greatly extended their coverage of succulents in the second volume of their study, which includes many new illustrations, either of species not included in the first volume or of different aspects of plants previously illustrated. More than 1,200 color photographs cover approximately 900 additional species, and a description of each is given with details on its shape, color, growth form, size, and country of origin. An introduction contains basic information on the habitat of succulents and on cultivation requirements. There is also a brief explanation of succulent families and genera. Here's a first-rate book that devoted succulent growers won't want to do without. George Cohen

Review
This is the kind of book I love to explore, studying the myriad forms through which succulents express themselves as they find evolutionary niches. Also, all painters, sculptors, potters, teachers, plant lovers, physicians, designers, and botanists should have this book, which provides clear photographs of succulents in all their variety and amazing forms. ... it is a little gem. -- Frank E. La Rosa "Let's Talk Plants" (02/22/2005)

Choice, June 2000
The quality of the photographs and the informative captions will make this a useful volume for those who are growing or identifying these fascinating plants.