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Native Plants of the Sydney Region

From Newcastle to Nowra and west to the Dividing Range
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Native Plants of the Sydney Region by Philip Moore and Alan Fairley is a comprehensive guide that explores the diverse flora of the Sydney area. It offers detailed descriptions and beautiful photographs of native plants, assisting both enthusiasts and professionals in identifying and understanding the rich botanical diversity in this region. The book provides insights into plant characteristics, habitats, and ecological roles, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in the natural environment of Sydney.
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You might enjoy this book if you're passionate about gardening, ecology, or simply appreciate the natural beauty of Australian flora. It's a useful guide for those interested in identifying and learning about a diverse range of plant species found in the Sydney area, complete with detailed descriptions and practical insights.

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A completely revised and updated edition of this classic handbook of the native plants found from Newcastle to Nowra. With 1400 colour photographs and its authoritative text, this is a magnificent reference for anyone who loves the Australian bush.

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In a handy portable format, Native Plants of the Sydney Region is the ideal companion for anyone who wants to put names to the plants they see in the bush.

Covering an area from Newcastle to Nowra, and westwards to the Great Dividing Range, it contains plant species from remote areas as well as those common in remnant suburban bushland.

Many of the species described are also found along the whole of Australia's east coast and west to the slopes and plains.

It has been completely rewritten with descriptions of nearly 1400 plant species, some only recently discovered, as well as many new colour photographs and revised names in an up-to-date taxonomy.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781741755718

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2010

Country: Australia

Imprint: Jacana

Edition: 3rd edition

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Width: 148.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 1142g

Pages: 624

About the Author

Alan Fairley has published more than 30 nature books, including walking guides and field guides, and has lectured at TAFE colleges on native plant identification. Philip Moore is a retired nuclear scientist with a passion for native flora. He is the author of A Guide to Plants of Inland Australia.

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