Broomrapes of the World, 9781842468517
Hardcover
Hidden world of parasitic plants revealed: identify these botanical enigmas.
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Broomrapes of the World

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    608 pages

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    5 July 2026

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Summary

Broomrapes of the World: A Comprehensive Guide to Identification

With many diverse species, from the woodland-dwelling toothwort to the hardy desert hyacinth, the Orobanchaceae family of striking and unusual plants can be found in every biome in the world but often pose a challenge for identification. This thorough, practical guide is focused on the species that are entirely dependent on their host for nutrients, revealing the taxonomically challenging species with clarity and preci…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781842468517
ISBN-10:1842468510
Author:Chris Thorogood, Fred Rumsey
Publisher:Royal Botanic Gardens
Imprint:Kew Publishing
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:608
Release Date:5 July 2026
Weight:0g
Dimensions:245mm x 170mm
About The Author

Chris Thorogood

Deputy Director and Head of Science of the University of Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum. He is a wildlife artist, botanical illustrator, and an international best-selling author. Senior Curator of the British, European and Historical Plant Collections at the Natural History Museum and President of the British Pteridological Society.

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