California Desert Wildflowers by Philip A Munz

California Desert Wildflowers by Philip A Munz

Some of the most spectacular and famous spring wildflower displays in California occur in the state's deserts. In fact, California's deserts support a surprisingly rich diversity of plants and animals year-round, making them a rewarding destination for outdoor enthusiasts as well as professional naturalists. First published forty years ago, this popular field guide has never been superseded as a guide to the wildflowers in these botanically rich areas. Easy-to-use, portable, and comprehensive, it has now been thoroughly updated and revised throughout, making it the perfect guide to take along on excursions into the Mojave and Colorado Deserts.

* Includes 220 new color photographs and 123 detailed drawings

* Now identifies more than 240 wildflowers in informative, engaging species accounts

* Covers such popular destinations as Death Valley, Palm Springs, and Joshua Tree National Park

Philip A. Munz (1892-1974), of the Rancho Santa Ana Botanical Garden, was Professor of Botany at Pomona College, serving as Dean for three years. Diane L. Renshaw is a Consulting Ecologist. Phyllis M. Faber is General Editor of the California Natural History Guides.

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ISBN 13	9780520008991
ISBN 10	0520008995
Title	California Desert Wildflowers
Author	Philip A Munz
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	University of California Press
Year published	1962-01-01
Number of pages	122
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.