232 p., [12] p. of col. plates : ill. ; 27 cm.
In this excellent edition each fern or fern ally is covered by extensive notes giving where known, distribution, habitat, cultivation and means of identification. A line drawing accompanies each species and related plants are grouped where possible into chapters. The remainder, which includes the bulk of ferns are gathered into one chapter and arranged in alphabetical order for ease of location and identification. Lists of Australian ferns and fern allies, their classifications and common synonyms are included to further aid reader information. Revised edition.
#080122/060724 Pteridophytes. Australia Pteridophyta Australia. Ferns Australia.