(Ebook) Introduction to California Desert Wildflowers by Philip A. Munz (editor); Diane L. Renshaw (editor); Phyllis M. Faber (editor) ISBN 9780520936812, 0520936817

(Ebook) Introduction to California Desert Wildflowers by Philip A. Munz (editor); Diane L. Renshaw (editor); Phyllis M. Faber (editor) ISBN 9780520936812, 0520936817

Some of the most spectacular and famous spring wildflower displays in California occur in the state's deserts. In fact, California's deserts support a surprisingly rich diversity of plants and animals year-round, making them a rewarding destination for outdoor enthusiasts as well as professional naturalists. First published forty years ago, this popular field guide has never been superseded as a guide to the wildflowers in these botanically rich areas. Easy-to-use, portable, and comprehensive, it has now been thoroughly updated and revised throughout, making it the perfect guide to take along on excursions into the Mojave and Colorado Deserts. * Includes 220 new color photographs and 123 detailed drawings * Now identifies more than 240 wildflowers in informative, engaging species accounts * Covers such popular destinations as Death Valley, Palm Springs, and Joshua Tree National Park