Publisher's Synopsis
Wild Flowers Worth Notice: A Selection Of Some Of Our Native Plants Which Are Most Attractive From Their Beauty, Uses, Or Associations (1879) is a book written by Phebe Lankester. The book is a comprehensive guide to some of the most beautiful and interesting wildflowers found in the United States. The author has carefully selected a range of native plants that are particularly attractive due to their beauty, uses, or associations with certain cultural or historical events. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of wildflowers. The first chapter provides an introduction to the subject, discussing the beauty and importance of wildflowers in nature. The following chapters cover specific types of wildflowers, such as those with medicinal properties, those used in cooking, and those associated with folklore and mythology. Each chapter includes detailed descriptions of the plants, including their appearance, habitat, and uses. The author also includes illustrations of each flower, making it easy for readers to identify them in the wild. Overall, Wild Flowers Worth Notice is an informative and engaging guide to some of the most fascinating wildflowers found in the United States. It is a must-read for anyone interested in botany, nature, or simply appreciating the beauty of the natural world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.