Orchids of South Africa: A Field Guide

Orchids of South Africa is the first field guide to local orchids to be published in over 30 years, and presents the more than 450 orchid species found in the region, including Lesotho and Swaziland. A comprehensive round-up of orchids in their natural habitat, the book features: Multiple photos for each species Distribution maps Flowering time-bars Succinct text, enabling sure identification of these fascinating plants. An illustrated introduction discusses orchid structure, ecology, and conservation status. Informative, colorful and easy-to-use, Orchids of South Africa is an authoritative update for all enthusiasts and anyone interested in the botany of southern Africa