Size:
304 pages
Pridgeon, Alec, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Orchids, Timber Press, Portland, Oregon, 1992.
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This book is a wonderful "field guide" of cultivated orchid species. Over 1100 species are described, at least half of them are shown in a picture, and there is a very brief introduction for each genus, with distribution notes and cultivation hints. Mostly, it gives you an insight into the extraordinary variety of orchid flowers. Good information at a good price.

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It's not more than an introduction into the subject. If you want thorough culture information for one of your plants, you'll need another book.

Contents:   
Foreword
Preface
The Magical World of Orchids
Orchid Hybridization
Orchid Cultivation
Pests and Diseases
Conservation
Orchid Pollination
Encyclopedic      
Reference Section: 
    
Orchids A-Z
Glossary
Bibliography
Acknowledgements
Contributors
Index

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