The Botanical Magazine, Vol. 08 by William Curtis

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Author Curtis, William, 1746-1799
Title The Botanical Magazine, Vol. 08
Or, Flower-Garden Displayed
Note Reading ease score: 59.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "The Botanical Magazine, Vol. 08" by William Curtis is a scientific publication written during the late 18th century. This volume is part of a larger series that focuses on the detailed illustration and description of ornamental foreign plants that are cultivated in gardens. It aims to provide gardeners, botanists, and enthusiasts with a scientifically grounded understanding of the plants they cultivate, linking each plant's beauty with accurate botanical classification. This volume features a variety of plants, offering intricate botanical descriptions and illustrations of species such as the Lathyrus articulatus, Coronilla varia, and Plumeria rubra, among others. Each entry includes specific characters, names according to Linnaean classification, and practical advice for cultivation. With a focus on both aesthetic appeal and detailed botanical traits, the book serves as both a visual delight and a comprehensive guide for those interested in horticulture during this period. Curtis’s work not only emphasizes the beauty of these plants but also the scientific classifications and growing conditions, making it an essential resource for understanding plant taxonomy and horticulture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QK: Science: Botany
Subject Plants -- Periodicals
Subject Plants, Cultivated -- Periodicals
Subject Plants, Ornamental -- Periodicals
Subject Botanical illustration -- Periodicals
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EBook-No. 24670
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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