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A Family of Herbs and Ornamentals
出版Timber Press, 2002
主題Gardening / HerbsNature / Plants / General
ISBN08819252419780881925241
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=cPPwAAAAMAAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
註釋"Written in a friendly and accessible style, the book features chapters on history and lore, modern uses, cultivation, and distinctive characteristics and classification, a catalog of species and cultivars in 67 genera, and a glossary. Among the genera discussed are Ajuga (bugleweed), Calamintha (calamint), Lavandula (lavender), Mentha (mint), Nepeta (catmint), Ocimum (basil), Origanum (oregano), Rosmarinus (rosemary), Salvia (sage), Satureja (savory), Teucrium (germander), and Thymus (thyme)." "Mints will be a fascinating book for anyone interested in herbs, whether for their culinary value or their ornamental offerings. Both professional and amateur gardeners will benefit from this concise, factual, and informative treatment of the mint family, which is sure to have a place on every herb enthusiast's bookshelf."--BOOK JACKET.