Plants of the Tahoe Basin

"Here is the first comprehensive illustrated guide to the trees, ferns, and flowering plants of the Tahoe Basin. Covering more than 600 species, many of them rare, and with over 380 color photographs, this is the most complete and up-to-date wildflower guide available for this floristically rich region."--BOOK JACKET. "The book is arranged taxonomically. Species accounts include size, bloom period, and preferred habitat. An appendix provides a glossary and drawings of plant anatomy. With its clear and interesting descriptions and beautiful photographs, this book should be in the backpack of anyone who loves wildflowers, from amateur to professional field biologist."--Jacket.