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A Field Guide to the Native Edible Plants of New Zealand (3rd edition 19977)
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NZ$ 30.00 each
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Author:
Andrew Crowe
This practical field guide to New Zealand's native edible plants is now updated in this 2004 edition.
Over 190 trees, herbs, ferns, mushrooms, lichens and seaweeds are described in detail in this useful and attractive book, with information on which part is edible and when, how plants have been utilised, particularly by Maori, their nutritional value, and where they can be found.
In a separate section, Andrew Crowe also describes important poisonous plants that are native to New Zealand or are likely to be confused with the edible plants.
Illustrated with line drawings and colour photographs, this informative book will be of interest to trampers, botanists and all who appreciate New Zealand’s native flora.
First published 1981; this 3rd edition 1997.
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A Mini Guide to Identification of New Zealand Native Forest Shrubs, Climbers and Groundcovers
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NZ$ 10.00 each
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Author:
Andrew Crowe
A handy guide to the identification of New Zealand native forest shrubs, climbers and groundcovers. Condensed from Andrew Crowe's popular Which Native? series, this little book has been designed to fit into a pocket, day pack or bag. Full of essential information for quick accurate identification of native forest shrubs, climbers and groundcovers, this mini guide is appealing and easy to use.
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Nature GuideTo The New Zealand Forest
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NZ$ 45.00 each
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Author:
John Dawson & Rob Lucas
Explore New Zealand's lush green interior.New Zealand's native forests are rich and fascinating ecosystems, and the interactions between the various plants and animals are as interesting as the individuals themselves. This book is an ecological field guide.
In one volume, it provides identification for a range of common plants (trees and shrubs, vines and epiphytes, ground plants, fungi, mosses and liverworts) and animals (birds, reptiles, insects and mammals). It also offers insights into the intriguing and vital interactions between them.
Nature Guide To the New Zealand Forest has a user-friendly, colour-coded layout, from the tallest trees to the forest floor. Illustrated with stunning photographs, many of which are beautiful composite shots of several similar species for easy identification, this is a comprehensive and innovative guide to the wonders of the New Zealand forest.
First published 2000.
New Zealand Flowers and Berries
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NZ$ 12.00 each
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Author:
Murdoch Riley
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New Zealand Land of Trees : An artist's journey
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NZ$ 40.00 each
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Author:
Ronald Cometti
A beautiful, full-colour book of forty full-page paintings depicting thirty of New Zealand’s special or rare native trees and tree species in their natural habitat, from Three Knights Islands in the far north through to Stewart Island in the south and the subantarctic Auckland Islands. Landmark ancient trees such as the 2000-year-old kauri Te Matua Ngahere, the 2500-year-old Taketakerau puriri tree and the 1800-year-old Pouakani totara have been strikingly visually interpreted by Ronald Cometti.
Ronald's acrylic paintings are accompanied by text that is informal and entertaining, and includes interesting information about the trees and their history.
New Zealand Plants (All About)
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NZ$ 25.00 each
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Author:
Dave Gunson
All About New Zealand Plants
introduces the best-known trees, climbers, shrubs, flowers and other plants to young children. Alongside illustrations of plants, fruits, flowers and other details, artist/writer Dave Gunson's lively text gives the botanical facts and fascinating nuggets. Kowhai, for instance, was used to treat sore throats, and rangiora has long served as emergency toilet paper! Each tree is accompanied by a profile illustration showing its height relative to humans. This is the third title in New Holland's new
All About
natural history series from top illustrator Dave Gunson.
The true-to-life pictures and engaging text will interest any reader from 6 years to 60.
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New Zealand Trees and Ferns
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NZ$ 12.00 each
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Author:
Murdoch Riley
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Photographic Guide to Wildflowers of New Zealand
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NZ$ 25.00 each
Paperback
Author:
Geoff & Liz Brunsden
Includes:
Colour Photographs illustrating 125 species
Compact, easy to use format
Description of key identification features
Make no mistake about it, this is an excellent little book. Wild Flowers of New Zealand covers over 400 species of flowering plants, both naturalised and indigenous. Many of these plants are weeds to horticulturists, and so the book has two important functions — as a reference text for both wild flowers and our common weeds.
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Plant Heritage New Zealand : Te Whakapapa o nga Rakau - Interpreting the special features of native plants
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NZ$ 50.00 each
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Author:
Tony Foster
This book examines the unique characteristics of New Zealand's plants, and what makes them so special. It delves into the origins and evolution of the plants, how they have inspired songs, poems and works of art, Maori myths, stories and proverbs associated with them, and their many uses as a natural resource.
Part 2 presents a selection of the plants and looks at classification, names, botanical description, traditional and modern uses, cultural heritage and significance to Maori. Tony Foster's stunning photos highlight the beauty of the plants, and assist with identification.
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Plants that Poison : A New Zealand guide
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NZ$ 30.00 each
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Author:
Henry Connor & John Fountain
Written by a leading authority on poisonous plants and an expert in human poisonings, Plants that Poison: a New Zealand guide is a guide to a selection of plants and mushrooms with toxic properties that can be found in New Zealand - in back yards, public gardens, school playgrounds, on roadsides and in waste ground. With a particular focus on plants that are of concern for children, the emphasis is on safety through education, to help you understand the risks so that you can avoid them. There is advice on what to do if you think you or your child has eaten something poisonous, and a section on toxic mechanisms - how the poisons act on the human body, the signs and symptoms of poisoning, and the treatment likely to be necessary. Enlivened with historical background and interesting folklore, and comprehensively illustrated with colour photographs to aid identification, this book provides a practical and measured response to demand for ...
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