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Carnivorous Plants of the United States and Canada

(Second edition)

By Donald E. Schnell

In this greatly expanded and revised edition of his classic treatment, Donald Schnell examines in detail the 45 species and numerous hybrids of carnivorous plants that grow in the U.S. and Canada. Information on each species includes an identifying description, the preferred habitat, the range in which it can be found, and the season for flowering and trapping, making this book a useful field guide as well as a fascinating source of leisure reading. With a full array of maps, drawings, and 200 color photos, this volume promises to enrich every enthusiast's library with a wealth of information. Hobbyists will find much to their liking as well. Schnell gives detailed instructions for growing these plants.

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Media reviews of this book:

"If you want to explore the botany, ecology, and horticulture of a fascinating subset of North America's magnificent flora, this book is a must."

—C. Colston Burrell, Horticulture, April 2003

"In this splendid addition to the botanical literature, pathologist and dedicated naturalist Schnell provides valuable new information based on his more than 40 years of fieldwork ... Many maps, drawings, and 200 truly excellent color photographs, virtually all by the author, contribute greatly to the wealth of textual information and therefore to the usefulness and importance of this book. Highly recommended for every library's collection of botanical materials for both scientists and hobbyists."

Choice, December 2002

"Twice as large as the original and filled with some 200 incredible photographs, it is effectively a new book."

—John Van de Water, Newark Star-Ledger, November 12, 2002

"Experienced carnivorous plant enthusiasts and interested beginners alike will find all the information they need for selecting and growing carnivorous plants successfully."

American Gardener, January/February 2002

"Experienced carnivorous plant enthusiasts and interested beginners alike will find all the information they need for selecting and growing carnivorous plants successfully."

American Gardener, November/December 2002

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Format:
Hardcover

Pages:
468 pp.

Book dimensions:
6 x 9 in
(230 x 155 mm)

Illustrations:
200 color photos, 7 line drawings, 27 maps

ISBN-13:
9780881925401

ISBN-10:
0881925403

About Donald Schnell

Donald E. Schnell is a pathologist and a dedicated naturalist. His fieldwork on carnivorous plants spans over forty years; he has published over thirty papers in refereed botanical journals as well as many popular articles on his favorite subjects. He was a founding coeditor (with J ...

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