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Plant Focus

Quercus afares, Kew, © James MacEwen
Species Spotlight: Quercus afares Pomel
The only oak species endemic to Africa is rare in cultivation. It shouldn't be.
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Guide illustré des chênes

By Anonymous (not verified) | August 20, 2008
Book Reviews

 

This book on the oaks of the world has been eagerly awaited for a long time. All species and cultivars are extensively discussed and pictured, almost always with all details separately shown (such as leaves, bark, acorns, flowers etc). A very complete overview of the oaks spanning 140 pages is followed by the very detailed descriptions and pictures of each species organized by continent. Editions in English, German, Dutch and several other languages are expected in 2009. This book is in 2 large volumes with slipcase. Total number of pages, 1392; total number of pictures, 4000. The book costs €145.00.