Wild Orchids of Texas

1st Edition. Book Condition – Very Good. Dust Jacket – n/a. From the East Texas swamps and forests to the Edwards Plateau canyons and the Trans-Pecos mountains, Texas hosts a surprising number of native orchids. The species descriptions that accompany Joe Liggio’s lovely colour photos discuss the plant’s flowers, blooming season, pollinators, typical habitats, and range (also shown by map), including its distribution within and beyond Texas. The species are grouped by genus and also listed by colour, county, and habitat for easy reference. In addition to the species accounts, the authors offer a general natural history of Texas orchids that discusses such topics as pollination and reproduction, special growing requirements, and threats to orchids from loss of habitats and careless collecting. Published by University of Texas Press.