The Secret World Of Plants
A timeless treasury of more than 100 stories from the incredible kingdom of plants, told by author and nature expert Ben Hoare Plants are found almost everywhere on Earth, but to many people their lives are a mystery. Discover the secrets of more than 100 amazing plants in this treasury of intriguing flora. Learn how seagrass flowers underwater, how the Venus flytrap counts to make sure it catches its prey, and why some tulips used to cost more than a house. This book explores the vast plant kingdom and explains how plants work, as well as the weird and wonderful relationships they have with animals. Plants provide us with food, fuel, and medicine, and without them, life as we know it would not exist. From orchids that grow vanilla pods to leaves that look like stones, and from bamboo that can be made into clothes to moss that soaks up vast amounts of carbon dioxide, plants shape our world in an endless variety of ways. The Secret World of Plants covers key plant parts. the essentials of plant science, includ
Издательство:
Dk
Количество страниц:
192
Переплёт:
Hardcover
Язык:
ENG
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