Quiver Trees, Phantom Orchids and Rock Splitters

The Remarkable Survival Strategies of Plants

by Jesse Vernon Trail

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Pub Date Jun 09 2015 | Archive Date Apr 02 2015

Description

A fascinating exploration of the world’s most unusual plants

Whether it’s an arctic heather that can create subtropical conditions within its leaves or a dwarf mistletoe that can shoot its seeds up to 50 feet away, plants demonstrate remarkable strategies in coping with and surviving their environment. They are often exposed to bitter cold, relentless winds, intense heat, drought, fire, pollution, and many other adverse growing conditions. Yet they are still able to survive and often even thrive.

Quiver Trees, Phantom Orchids and Rock Splitters: The Remarkable Survival Strategies of Plants showcases these exceptional plants with absorbing information and stunning photos that will inspire a new respect for nature’s innovation and resilience.

A Note From the Publisher

Jesse Vernon Trail is an author, instructor, and curriculum developer in environment, ecology, sustainability issues, horticulture, and the natural history of plants. He has had articles published in The Ecologist, Garden Making, Canadian Gardening, Plant and Garden, Fine Gardening, Gardenwise, Harrowsmith Country Life, Alive, and Outdoor Canada. Jesse lives in Vernon, B.C.

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EDITION	Paperback
ISBN	9781770412088
PRICE	CA$24.95 (CAD)

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Rosemary S, Librarian

Trail explore the fascinating world of plant survival and propagation. How do plants and seeds survive freezing cold, blazing heat, drought and floods? Readers learn how different plants have evolved to live in very specific settings and locations or even under dire circumstances – some seeds will not germinate until they have been through a fire. The role of pollinators is also explored, who the pollinators are – from bugs, to birds, to mammals and also how these creatures are lured in to ensure the continued survival of the plant species. Informative and fun, this is a book that will be enjoyed by all who love the outdoors

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Stephen G, Reviewer

A fascinating look at the plant world I received this book as an advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review. I enjoyed this book. Author Jesse Vernon Trail crafted a fascinating discussion about plants. He covers a lot of ground (pun not intended) but doesn't get bogged down in the details. The book is logically divided into topics and is easy to follow. This is a descriptive book and what science there is, is very clearly explained. The photographs are beautiful. I recommend this book for anyone interested in botany, whether they have a science background or not.