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This exquisitely illustrated volume provides an in-depth look at spring-blooming wildflowers of the Northeast, from old favorites to lesser-known species. Featuring more than 500 full-color photos in a stunning large-sized format, the book delves deep into the life histories, lore, and cultural uses of more than 35 plant species. The rich narrative covers topics such as the naming of wildflowers; the reasons for taxonomic changes; pollination of flowers and dispersal of seeds; uses by Native Americans; related species in other parts of the world; herbivores, plant pathogens, and pests; medicinal uses; and wildflower references in history, literature, and art. The photos capture the beauty of these plants and also illustrate the concepts discussed in the text. A book unlike any other, Spring Wildflowers of the Northeast combines the latest scientific research with an accessible, entertaining style, making it the ideal volume for readers of all levels of expertise.* Showcases the Northeast's most spectacular spring-blooming wildflowers * Features more than 500 full-color photos * Covers the life histories, lore, and cultural uses of more than 35 species * Combines the latest scientific research with an easy-to-read style * Offers something new for seasoned botanists as well as armchair naturalists
Contents
Foreword ix Preface xi Acknowledgments xv Species Accounts Baneberries 1 Bloodroot 7 Blue Cohosh 15 Blue-eyed Mary 21 Celandines 27 Columbine 33 Dutchman's Breeches 43 Early Meadow-rue 53 Early Saxifrage 59 False Hellebore 67 Featherfoil 75 Fire-pink 81 Fringed Polygala 85 Hepaticas 93 Jack-in-the-pulpit 101 Lady-slippers 111 Lesser Celandine 121 Lousewort 127 Mayapple 133 Miterwort 141 One-flowered Cancer-root 147 Skunk Cabbage 153 Spring Beauties 163 Squawroot 173 Trilliums 179 Trout-lily 189 Twinleaf 199 Violets 207 Virginia Bluebells 223 Wild Ginger 229 Glossary 235 References 243 Index 265
