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California is home to about 10% of the world's conifer taxa, including pines, firs, spruces, junipers, hemlocks, and other cone-bearers. Each species is succintly and comprehensibly described as to its biology, habitat, indentifying features (at a distance, standing beneath it, and in the hand) as well as its distribution, including a map. An exquisite full-page color painting by Eugene O. Murman (1872-1962) illustrates the foliage, cone and seeds for each species. In addition, color photographs of the habitat and the tree give the reader a vivid image of these majestic species...This book should be read by all interested in California's fantastic forests. -- Jane Villa-Lobos, Plant Talk, July 1999

Conifers of California is a spectacular work that fills a huge gap in the popular literature of California flora...Lanner's writing style is clear, informative and accessible to all readers. Impressive watercolor botanical illustrations (principally by Eugene O. Murman and a few by Susan Bazell) and sumptuous photgraphs (contributed by many) depict all of the species covered in the text. All California gymnosperms are covered in this volume, except, unfortunately, the genus Ephedra (Mormon tea), of which there are eight native taxa. -- Bart O'Brien, Director of Horticulture Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden; reviewed in The Southern California Gardener July/August 1999 --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.


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"Conifers of California" is the first book entirely devoted to the state's native cone-bearing trees and shrubs. Richly illustrated, it serves as both a natural history and field guide. Each species' narrative is accompanied by a full-page color botanical illustration, photographs from the wild, detailed indentification information, and a range map.

California is home to more than 50 native species of pines, first, spruces, junipers hemlocks, and other conifers. "Conifers of California" covers the state's world-renowned cone-bearers, such as coast redwood, giant sequoia, and bristlecone pines, and also features its many other rare and unusual conifers, such as Torrey pine, Santa Lucia fir, and Brewer spruce. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.


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  • Paperback: 274 pages
  • Publisher: Cachuma Press (May 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0962850535
  • ISBN-13: 978-0962850530
  • Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.9 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #607,038 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Conifers of California, January 9, 2000
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I've seen many, many dozens of tree books, and this, by far is the best I've seen for a particular region- for California is so large and diverse that this is truly a regional book. California has more species of coniferous trees than any comparable area in North America- most likely in the world! The eighteen species of pine and all 7 of the western true firs give some idea of the extensive conifer flora. The arrangement follows that of most tree books: an adequate introduction to get one started - followed by text on each of the 52 species. There is a beautiful painting for each tree - very detailed and accurate. For each species there's a detailed range map and ample color photos to accompany the exacting and quite complete text. Lanner includes interesting details of uses, taxonomy and ecology to augment the botanical descriptions. California conifers include the world's tallest tree(redwood), it's most massive(giant sequoia) and ceraintly the oldest tree(Great Basin bristlecone pine) - these and 49 others are excellently presented - a feast for tree enthusiasts from California and the rest of the world. Both amatuers and experts will find this book both very enjoyable and eminently useful. And at this price, believe me, its a bargain.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!, August 10, 1999
Being a biologist, reference books are a crucial tool for my trade. Until now, I had to refer to several books for information about California's conifers...no longer! This book is well (and interestingly) written, the photos and paintings are superb, and the range maps are a valuable asset. Thank-you Mr. Lanner. This will be a book I buy for my friends!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Conifers of California is a masterpiece., November 17, 1999
An exceptionally creative and interesting book on California conifers. The prose is extraordinary as are the voluminous number of images, all in color. Inclusion of a Griffin and Critchfield distribution map for each species is a vital part of the book and singularly honors these scholarly authors. The objective coverage of the various species, with candid personal insight, makes the book particularly delightful to read. An ideal gift for a friend.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Enthralling
Generously illustrated with photos, color drawings and range maps; Lanner writes clearly, authoritatively and with affection for his subject. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Barry A. Grivett

5.0 out of 5 stars fantastic book!
I love this book! Everything was beautiful from cover to cover on glossy paper. Each species of conifers (including pines, redwoods, cypresses, and firs) has a fantastic botanical... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Coniferophiles Will Love This Book
For me, the conifers are the trees that really make a difference. Each one is such a unique and majestic statement on the landscape. Read more
Published on September 7, 2006 by John Beowulf

5.0 out of 5 stars Bountiful and Plentiful
Conifers grow old, big and tall in California. What better book for discovering the coniferous bounty that the state has to offer. Read more
Published on July 24, 2006 by Conifer

5.0 out of 5 stars Really Well Done!
Well written, beautiful pictures and artwork and informative; that sums it up. My brother, who is accustom to seeing much more academic books on my desk, commented that it did not... Read more
Published on May 27, 2002 by J. Canestrino

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