Range Plants of North Central Texas
Author: Ricky J. Linex
Publisher:
Published: 2014-08-01
Total Pages: 345
ISBN-13: 9781495121654
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Common Rangeland Plants of West Central Texas
Author: George Clendenin
Publisher: Texas A&M University Press
Published: 2016-10-28
Total Pages: 604
ISBN-13: 1623493919
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWell-managed ranch lands or rangeland in Texas capture the rain that permeates our soils, sustains creeks and rivers, and replenishes aquifers, which, in turn, water our cities. The stewardship of the region is the focus of this book—the largest contributing watershed in the Colorado River Basin—viewed through the lens of its plant communities. This field guide and management reference to four million acres of rangeland in the Concho River watershed of west central Texas offers general descriptions of more than 200 plant species, including information about the plant’s growing period, growth form, livestock and wildlife value, and special management issues. Accompanying photographs give the reader an idea of not only what the plant looks like on the range but also which identifiable features, such as flowers, fruit, or leaf shape, are most important to that particular plant. In addition, several experts cover the use of fire and the management of deer, turkey, dove, and other wildlife in this region. A discussion of noxious, invasive, and toxic plants; historical accounts of the region; four useful appendixes; a glossary; and a plant list complete the impressive content of this comprehensive volume.
Guide to Texas Grasses
Author: Robert B. Shaw
Publisher: Texas A&M University Press
Published: 2012-06-21
Total Pages: 1098
ISBN-13: 1603441867
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn this new, complete Guide to Texas Grasses, Robert B. Shaw and the team at the Texas A&M University Institute of Renewable Natural Resources provide an indispensable reference to the world’s most economically important plant family. After discussing the impact of grass on our everyday lives as food, biofuels, land restoration, erosion control, and water become ever more urgent issues worldwide—the book then provides:a description of the structure of the grass plant;details of the classification and distribution of Texas grasses;brief species accounts;distributional maps;color photographs;plus black-and-white drawings of 670 grass species—native, introduced, and ornamental. Scientific keys help identify the grasses to group, genera, and species, and an alphabetized checklist includes information on: origin (native or introduced); longevity (annual or perennial);growth season (cool or warm season); endangered status;and occurrence (by ecological zone). A glossary, literature citations, and a quick index to genera round out the book. Guide to Texas Grasses is a comprehensive treatment of Texas grasses meant to assist students, botanists, ecologists, agronomists, range scientists, naturalists, researchers, extension agents, and others who work with or are interested in these important plants.
Shinners & Mahler's Illustrated Flora of North Central Texas
Author: George M. Diggs
Publisher: BRIT Press
Published: 1999
Total Pages: 1
ISBN-13: 1889878014
DOWNLOAD EBOOKNew Dorothea L. Leonhardt Foundaton (Andrea C. Harkins), Bass Foundation, Ruth Andersson May, Mary G. Palko, Amon G. Carter Foundation, Margret M. Rimmer, Mike and Eva Sandlin.
North Central Texas Wildflowers
Author: Mary Curry
Publisher:
Published: 2015-12-01
Total Pages: 414
ISBN-13: 9781519261182
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOver 340 species in full color with overall views, close-ups of leaves and flowers, details in bulleted format of the description for field identification, soil types where to find the plant, bloom times, common name(s), scientific name, and native or non-native. Area covers Gainesville to the Hill Country.
Easy Gardens for North Central Texas
Author: Steve Huddleston
Publisher: Color Garden Incorporated
Published: 2009
Total Pages: 312
ISBN-13: 9780971222083
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis groundbreaking book shows beginners and experienced gardeners alike how to create gorgeous gardens with the easiest, colorful, low water plants that north central Texas has to offer. It features over 1000 spectacular photos of annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees that thrive with little or no irrigation and only require minutes of care per year - plants that can breeze through hot, humid, Texas summers while attracting butterflies, birds and hummingbirds. Shop for plants like a pro by taking the book with you to garden centers and checking out the latest information on the newest plants around from people who have grown them! Create traffic-stopping color combinations from the over 150 easy examples shown.
Field Guide to Common Texas Grasses
Author: Stephan L. Hatch
Publisher: Texas A&M University Press
Published: 2016-02-25
Total Pages: 338
ISBN-13: 1623493250
DOWNLOAD EBOOKCovering 172 species of the most significant common grasses growing in Texas, this complete update of the now-classic Common Texas Grasses: An Illustrated Guide contains range maps and color images of the inflorescences and spikelets of each species along with the detailed, black-and-white illustrations found in the original volume. Identifying descriptive text, keys to genera and species, a checklist, and a glossary round out this standard field reference for botanists, students, and naturalists.
620 Wild Plants of North America
Author: Tom Reaume
Publisher: University of Regina Press
Published: 2009
Total Pages: 790
ISBN-13: 9780889772144
DOWNLOAD EBOOK620 Wild Plants of North America describes, in beautiful detail, the characteristic features of 89 families of vascular plants--including trees, shrubs, vines, wildflowers, grasses, sedges, horsetails, and club-mosses--using labeled ink drawings, text and range maps.
Texas Aquatic Science
Author: Rudolph A. Rosen
Publisher: Texas A&M University Press
Published: 2014-11-19
Total Pages: 218
ISBN-13: 1623492270
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis classroom resource provides clear, concise scientific information in an understandable and enjoyable way about water and aquatic life. Spanning the hydrologic cycle from rain to watersheds, aquifers to springs, rivers to estuaries, ample illustrations promote understanding of important concepts and clarify major ideas. Aquatic science is covered comprehensively, with relevant principles of chemistry, physics, geology, geography, ecology, and biology included throughout the text. Emphasizing water sustainability and conservation, the book tells us what we can do personally to conserve for the future and presents job and volunteer opportunities in the hope that some students will pursue careers in aquatic science. Texas Aquatic Science, originally developed as part of a multi-faceted education project for middle and high school students, can also be used at the college level for non-science majors, in the home-school environment, and by anyone who educates kids about nature and water. To learn more about The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, sponsors of this book's series, please click here.
Lone Star Wildflowers
Author: LaShara J. Nieland
Publisher: Grover E. Murray Studies in th
Published: 2009
Total Pages: 336
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"In photographs and text, describes hundreds of Texas wildflowers. The 400 photographs are arranged by color to aid identification. The book describes past and present uses of the plants, the stories behind their scientific and common names, their medicinal and toxic properties, Native American lore, and other interesting facts and stories"--Provided by publisher.
