Redwoods, hemlocks & other cone-bearing plants / Steve Parker.

Author/creator Parker, Steve, 1952-
Format Book
Publication InfoMinneapolis, Minn. : Compass Point Books, 2009.
Description48 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Subjects

Variant title Redwoods, hemlocks and other cone-bearing plants
Portion of title Cone-bearing plants
SeriesKingdom classification
Parker, Steve, 1952- Kingdom classification. ^A1010892
Contents What are conifers? -- Prehistoric conifers -- How conifers grow -- Powered by the sun -- Cones and seeds -- Conifers of the far north -- Coasts and uplands -- Hot and dry lands -- Conifer swamps -- Conifers of the south -- Unusual conifers -- Ginkgos and gnetums -- Cycads -- Record breakers -- Forests and plantations -- Conifer timbers -- Conifer products -- Conifer conservation -- Classification of life -- Groups of conifers.
Abstract This book introduces you to an interesting group of plants, from the mighty redwoods to the sharp needled spruces. It examines the various types of conifers, their reproductive methods, and how they get their energy. It also looks at the ecological importance of these woody plants and how they are used in industry.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 47) and index.
LCCN 2009012608
ISBN9780756542214 (library binding)
ISBN0756542219 (library binding)
Stock number1301812 QBI

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