Native Orchids of China in Colour – Chen Singchi 1999

$79.00

  • Author: Chen Singchi, Tsi Zhanhuo, Luo Yibo
  • Publisher: Science Press, Beijing, 1999
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Condition: Fine
  • Size: 8vo
  • Attributes: First Edition, Dust Jacket, Illustrated

First edition, first printing, 1999. 4to., text in both English & Chinese. Binding tight, interior clean, unmarked. Definitive illustrated work on Chinese wild orchids with hundreds of photographs. Includes 117 genera, 403 species and 2 varieties with detailed descriptions of origin, habitat, altitude and flowering period. Fine in Near Fine DJ.

Native Orchids of China in Colour is a visually stunning and scientifically authoritative reference work dedicated to the diverse orchid species native to China. Featuring exquisite color photographs, the book captures the intricate beauty and unique characteristics of these plants in their natural habitats. Accompanied by detailed botanical descriptions, each entry includes taxonomic classifications, geographical distribution, flowering seasons, and ecological notes, making it an invaluable resource for botanists, horticulturists, and orchid enthusiasts.

The book presents information in both English and Chinese, broadening its accessibility to researchers and conservationists. Combining scientific rigor with artistic presentation, Native Orchids of China in Colour serves not only as a comprehensive field guide but also as a celebration of China’s rich orchid heritage, appealing to both academic and general readers with an interest in botany and natural history.

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