| Author |
Andrews, Henry Cranke, active 1799-1828 |
| Title |
The heathery; or, A monograph of the genus Erica. vol. 1
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Henry G. Bohn,1845.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 63.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"The Heathery; or, A Monograph of the Genus Erica. vol. 1" by H. C. Andrews is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. The book comprehensively explores the genus Erica, detailing its various species with an emphasis on their cultivation and characteristics. It serves as a reference for plant enthusiasts and botanists interested in this extensive and ornamental tribe of flowering plants. The first volume of this monograph presents detailed descriptions of numerous species within the Erica genus, accompanied by colored engravings. Each entry provides essential botanical information, including the plants’ structures, blooming periods, and habitats, primarily focusing on species native to the Cape of Good Hope. The author includes instructions on cultivation techniques, making it a valuable resource for both novice and experienced gardeners. The meticulous descriptions, along with illustrations, aim to facilitate the study and enjoyment of these various heaths, or heather plants, which have gained popularity in British gardens. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
QK: Science: Botany
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| Subject |
Ericas
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| Subject |
Ericas -- Pictorial works
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69639 |
| Release Date |
Dec 26, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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