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Situated in the North Atlantic off the coast of north-western Africa, the Canary Islands are a volcanic archipelago, comprising seven large and several smaller islands. The region attracts millions of visitors every year with many eco-tourists drawn by its famously rich flora. This long-awaited field guide covers more than 2000 of the region's exceptionally diverse and important plant life, from the most common species to local endemics through the collaboration of British scientists and local experts. Illustrated throughout with colour photographs, each species profile includes nomenclature, description, dimensions, habitat, flowering times and distribution. With comprehensive, up-to-date coverage sorted by habitat, this is the essential guide for students, professional botanists, scientists, gardeners and plant enthusiasts alike.
Chris Thorogood is Deputy Director and Head of Science at Oxford University Botanic Garden, a botanical illustrator, and best-selling author of popular titles and specialist field guides.
