Texas Range Plants

Type
Publication
Date of Publication
August 31, 2021
Price
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Overview

This publication describes and illustrates 140 grasses, forbs, shrubs, and trees of economic importance on Texas rangelands.

Each species in this publication is described in detail and depicted in a line drawing. Common and scientific names for both species and family, longevity, season (cool or warm), origin, economic value to wildlife, and livestock are given. Floral, vegetative, growth characteristics, and habitat are listed for each plant. Black and white drawings, maps, and charts supplement each chapter. (326 pp.)

Texas Range Plants (TAMU PRESS) ISBN 0-89096-521-8

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