The authors earlier collaborated on our bestselling Succulents: The Illustrated Dictionary. This new book does not replace the original, which continues to be available, but rather supplements it in several ways. It includes 900 species that were not covered in the first volume, and although it includes some species that were covered earlier, this second volume supplies new photographs that illustrate other aspects of the plant, whether in its habitat or in cultivation. The format of the two books is similar, with brief descriptions accompanying the excellent color photographs. Real succulent enthusiasts will welcome the additional coverage and improved photographs offered by this new volume, which should take its place on the shelf next to the original.
Editorial Reviews
Sajeva, an Italian biologist, and Costanzo, an expert in the field of alpine succulents, have greatly extended their coverage of succulents in the second volume of their study, which includes many new illustrations, either of species not included in the first volume or of different aspects of plants previously illustrated. More than 1,200 color photographs cover approximately 900 additional species, and a description of each is given with details on its shape, color, growth form, size, and country of origin. An introduction contains basic information on the habitat of succulents and on cultivation requirements. There is also a brief explanation of succulent families and genera. Here's a first-rate book that devoted succulent growers won't want to do without. George Cohen
Review
The authors are to be congratulated on their efforts and I would recommend this book to all hobbyists. -- Philip E. Downs, Asklepios, Volume 79, 2000
The quality of the photographs and the informative captions will make this a useful volume for those who are growing or identifying these fascinating plants. -- Choice, June 2000
This is a book for serious collectors. -- Sharon Lovejoy, Los Angeles Times, April 6, 2000
About the Author
Dr. Maurizio Sajeva is based at the Department of Botany at the University of Palermo in Italy and is president of the Italian Cactus and Succulent Society.
Product details
- Hardcover: 234 pages
- Publisher: Timber Press, Incorporated (March 1, 2000)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0881924490
- ISBN-13: 978-0881924497
- Product Dimensions: 11 x 1 x 8.5 inches
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