The Curious World of Carnivorous Plants: A Comprehensive Guide to Their Biology and Cultivation (Hardcover)

~ Wilhelm Barthlott (Author), Stefan Porembski (Author), Rudiger Seine (Author), Inge Theisen (Author)
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Editorial Reviews

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A curious world, indeed, is brilliantly described in this definitive guide. Expert botanists with wide renown ... have compiled the first comprehensive listing of all 630 known species of so-called flowers of evil. ... Highly recommended for all gardening or reference collections. -- Donna L. Davey Library Journal 20071101 Has a decidedly international outlook, giving an overview of the amazing worldwide diversity of carnivorous plants. Perhaps its most noteworthy features are the many crystal-clear close-up color images of the plants, most of which are quite attractive to humans as well as to insects! HortIdeas 20071101 Comprehensive ... a first-rate book for plant lovers and naturalists alike. The photography is superior. -- John Bagnasco Garden Compass 20080101 An exquisite book, truly covering both biology and cultivation of carnivorous plants. -- Root Gorelick Plant Science Bulletin 20080101 A beautifully illustrated and well-written book about carnivorous plants that will delight everyone interested in these fascinating species. -- Charles Reynolds Lakeland Ledger 20090626

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"A curious world, indeed, is brilliantly described in this definitive guide."
(Library Journal )

“This is an exquisite book, truly covering both biology and cultivation of carnivorous plants.”

(Plant Science Bulletin )

"A beautifully illustrated and well-written book about carnivorous plants that will delight everyone interested in these fascinating species."

(Lakeland Ledger )

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 224 pages
• Publisher: Timber Press, Incorporated; Reissue edition (October 26, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0881927929
• ISBN-13: 978-0881927924
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.7 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #303,619 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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12 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars There are Better Carnivorous Plants Books than this one, April 5, 2008

By	G. A Siessel (Leesburg, Florida United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I will give credit to the authors on a well researched, biologically detailed book that covers the different Carnivorous Plant families. I was looking forward to getting and reading this book but was disappointed after reciving it.

I feel this is a good introductory book on the topic so if you know nothing at all about Carnivorous Plants then a purchase may be all right for you. Most of the material in the book is found in other books of CPs. So if you have other books on CPs that you like, then this becomes redundant.

I am very spoiled by two books in my collection on the topic of CPs. The first is the SAVAGE GARDEN by Peter D'Amato, and the second is PITCHER PLANTS OF THE AMERICAS by Stewart McPherson.I recommend both of these instead of the one I'm reviewing. Between the two of these you should have all you need on cultivation, biology, evolutionary trends, and notes on many species of Carnivorous Plants.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Comprehensive Guide to Carnivorous Plants, March 4, 2009

By	Lindsay Thorogood (Ferndale, Western Australia) - See all my reviews

This book covers all the basic aspects of Carnivorous Plants from their taxonomy, through ecology, physiology and evolution to how to grow them. I would say it is the one essential text for all enthusiasts. The text is illustrated with many amazing photographs and micro-photographs. I cannot recommend this book highly enough. It even makes a fascinating coffee table book for the uninitiated.