This is the most comprehensive guide to a wide range of species from around the
world. Packed with over 1,000 full-color photographs of more than 500 trees, it is designed to cut through the complicated identification process to enable you to recognize a species instantly.
For beginners and established enthusiasts alike, the Dorling Kindersley Handbook of Trees explains what a
tree is, how trees are classified and how to keep a record of trees you have seen. To help you in the initial stages of identification, the book provides a visual key that shows you the differences between conifers, broadleaves and palms, identifies each genus by
leaf type and guides you to the correct species entry. A concise glossary defines technical and scientific terms. Paperback; 320 page;s 5.9" x 8.4".
