Observations On The Genus Mesembryanthemum: In Two Parts (1794)

By Adrian Hardy Haworth

Book Overview

Observations on the Genus Mesembryanthemum: In Two Parts is a botanical book written by Adrian Hardy Haworth and published in 1794. The book is divided into two parts and focuses on the genus Mesembryanthemum, a group of succulent plants native to southern Africa. Haworth's observations cover the taxonomy, morphology, and cultivation of these plants, as well as their medicinal and culinary uses. The first part of the book provides a detailed description of each species within the genus, including their distribution, growth habits, and flower morphology. The second part of the book discusses the cultivation of Mesembryanthemum, including soil requirements, propagation methods, and pest control. Haworth also includes a section on the uses of Mesembryanthemum in medicine and cuisine. This book is a valuable resource for botanists, horticulturists, and anyone interested in the study of succulent plants.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104651238
• ISBN13: 9781104651237
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Length: 488 Pages
• Weight: 1.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"