Wildflowers : A Portrait of the Natural World

Always a joy to look at, wildflowers display some truly ingenious adaptations to extreme environments. From snow-crested mountain tops to hot arid deserts to the lush heat of tropical rainforests, glorious, uncultivated blossoms have found a way to thrive. This lavishly illustrated volume catalogs wildflowers from all over the world - from far-off lands to nearby roadsides. Here is a look at some of the most gorgeous and fascinating flowers found in the world's landscapes. Exotic orchids, brilliant red poppies, blossoming cacti, and sacred lotuses are all captured in over 80 full-color photographs.