Wildflowers of Orange County and the Santa Ana Mountains botany and a detailed nomenclatureal cross-reference

and a detailed nomenclatureal cross-reference with author commentary)

Kat Anderson presents a wealth of information on native land management practices gleaned in part from interviews and correspondence with Native Americans who recall what their grandparents told them about how and when areas were burned

Blooms throughout the year

and elevations of California's ecological regions

Wildflowers of Orange County and the Santa Ana Mountains botany and a detailed nomenclatureal cross-referenceDescribes over 600 species with one or more photos of each. Arranged alphabetically by plant family, the plants are described, summarized, and illustrated to facilitate learning. Similar plant specifies are mentioned and their differences highlighted. Includes section on geology, geography, flower parts, scientific names, plant communities, and places to go wildflower watching, all accompanied by photographs and illustrations. Though technical terms