Conifers and Their Characteristics

By Charles Coltman-Rogers

Book Overview

Conifers And Their Characteristics (1920) is a comprehensive guidebook written by Charles Coltman-Rogers. It is a detailed study of conifers, a group of trees and shrubs that belong to the Pinaceae family. The book provides a detailed description of the different types of conifers, their physical characteristics, and their habitats. It also covers the history of conifers, their economic uses, and their role in horticulture and landscaping. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of conifers. The first chapter provides an overview of the conifer family, including their distribution, classification, and anatomy. The second chapter covers the history of conifers, from their evolution to their use by ancient civilizations. The third chapter is dedicated to the physical characteristics of conifers, including their leaves, cones, and bark. It also covers the different types of conifers, such as pines, spruces, and firs. The fourth chapter discusses the economic uses of conifers, including their use in construction, paper production, and as a source of essential oils. The final chapter covers the role of conifers in horticulture and landscaping, including their use in gardens, parks, and public spaces. The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize the different types of conifers and their characteristics. Overall, Conifers And Their Characteristics (1920) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of conifers, their history, and their uses. It is a well-researched and comprehensive guidebook that provides a wealth of information on this important group of trees and shrubs.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166477584
• ISBN13: 9781166477585
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"