Official plant emblems of Canada
Subtitle: a biodiversity treasure
By: Ernest Small, Paul M. Catling and Brenda Brookes
Contributors: Catling, Paul M.; Brookes, Brenda; Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Canada. Public Works and Government Services Canada
Edition: English ed.
Publisher: Public Works and Government Services Canada
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Ottowa, Ontario
Language: eng
Number of pages: 428
ISBN-13: 9780660200576
Subjects: Plants; Heraldry; Signs and symbols; Biodiversity; History; Provincial emblems; National Emblems
Description: Focuses on several dozen native plants that have become official emblems of the provinces, territories and the entire country. These are ambassadors for increasing awareness of the importance of biodiversity. These emblems are documented through a most elaborate compilation of photographs, detailed illustrations and paintings ever produced. The text contains a wealth of scientific information, but is presented in an accessible, user-friendly, entertaining style with hundreds of memorable, charming and humorous anecdotes.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.