Wildflowers of the Florida Keys - Paperback

by Roger L. Hammer (Author)

Fully revised and updated, Wildflowers of the Florida Keys is the ultimate field guide to wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of the ecoregion that extends from Soldier Key to Key West. Whether you are looking for the endemic Big Pine Partridge Pea, the elusive Keys Passionflower, or the fragrant Princewood, this guide will aid in plant identification for botanists and novice enthusiasts alike. Packed with vivid color photos and informative text, this valuable reference will help you identify and appreciate the unique and varied flora of this lush, tropical region.

INSIDE YOU'LL FIND:

• Detailed descriptions and color photos of more than 350 plants
• An introduction to the habitats and ecology of the Florida Keys
• Plants arranged by color and family
  A glossary of botanical terms
• A primer on plant characteristics

Back Jacket

Fully revised and updated, Florida Keys Wildflowers is the ultimate field guide to wildflowers, trees, and shrubs of the ecoregion that extends from Soldier Key to the Marquesas Keys, including Dry Tortugas. Whether you are looking for the endemic Big Pine Partridge Pea, the elusive Ghost Plant, or the fragrant Spicewood, this guide will aid in plant identification for botanists and novice enthusiasts alike. Packed with vivid color photos and informative text, this valuable reference will help you identify and appreciate the unique and varied flora of this lush, tropical region. Inside you'll find: Detailed descriptions and color photos of more than 300 plants An introduction to the habitats and ecology of the Florida Keys Plants arranged by color and family A glossary of botanical terms A primer on plant characteristics

Author Biography

Roger L. Hammer is a professional naturalist, botanist, and survivalist instructor for the reality TV show, Naked and Afraid. He received the first Marjory Stoneman Douglas Award and an honorary Doctor of Science degree from Florida International University. He lives in Homestead, Florida. He is also the author of Everglades Wildflowers, Central Florida Wildflowers, and Complete Guide to Florida Wildflowers.