California's varied landscape is characterized by a spectacular abundance of plant life, including a magnificent variety of trees and shrubs. This is the first book to combine the trees and shrubs of California in one accessible field guide. Trees and Shrubs of California identifies and describes native California tree species and most common shrub species. The text is complemented by more than 200 beautiful line drawings, 300 range maps, and 40 color photographs. In their introduction, the authors discuss the dominant vegetation types, climates, principal landforms, and elevations of California's ecological regions. They explain the classification system and nomenclature used in the book, which includes both scientific and common plant names and is based on the 1993 edition of The Jepson Manual. The authors also provide a step-by-step explanation of how to use the dichotomous keys to identify plants and distinguish between trees and shrubs. This user-friendly field guide minimizes technical terms and includes a checklist, making it an invaluable resource on California's profuse vegetation.

Trees and Shrubs of California (California Natural History Guides)

History

Sawyer, John O.

Stuart, John D.

Americas

University of California Press

Trees and Shrubs of California (California Natural History Guides) (Volume 62)

Northwestern California is mainly known for its majestic redwood forests and incomparable coastline, but there is much more in its rich biota and scenery. The forests are part of the most diverse temperate coniferous forest in the world. Rugged mountains, numerous lakes, wilderness areas, and wild rivers attract outdoor enthusiasts and geologists came here to refine the theory of plate tectonics. Distilling a vast amount of knowledge, this book is the starting point for anyone who wants to explore the biological and geographical richness of northwestern California. John O. Sawyer describes the famous forests and varied landscapes from a geographic perspective. He explains its long geological history and the changing roles of fire and land use. The result of a lifetime of work, his rich narrative illustrates how the region, in many ways the least modified portion of the state, is a place where plants and animals have been shielded from extinction. Sawyer documents the restoration of dunes and forests, the control of nonnative plant invasions, and innovative approaches to restoring rivers so they can support thriving fisheries.

Northwest California: A Natural History

A publication of the California Native Plant Society, this 472 page large format plant guide includes photographs, history, and descriptions of the vegetation of California including Herbaceous plants, shrubs, trees, unique stands, habitats, and vernal pools. Literature cited, appendix and indices conclude this monumental work.

Manual of California Vegetation

Science & Math

Biological Sciences

California Native Plant Society

A publication of the California Native Plant Society, this 472 page large format plant guide includes photographs, history, and descriptions of the vegetation of California including Herbaceous plants, shrubs, trees, unique stands, habitats, and vernal pools. Literature cited, appendix and indices conclude this monumental work.

Keeler-Wolf, Todd

Book by Pickart, Andrea J., Sawyer, John O.

Ecology and Restoration of Northern California Coastal Dunes

Pickart, Andrea J.

Sports & Outdoors

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Trees and Shrubs of California (California Natural History Guides)

Trees and Shrubs of California (California Natural History Guides) (Volume 62)

Northwest California: A Natural History

Manual of California Vegetation

Manual of California Vegetation

Ecology and Restoration of Northern California Coastal Dunes