{"product_id":"500-cacti-species-and-varieties-in-cultivation","title":"500 Cacti: Species and Varieties in Cultivation","description":"A visual reference to 500 cacti.\nThe cactus family includes more than 2,500 species of cacti, succulents, caudiciforms and euphorbs. Native to the Americas, they are at least 50 million years old and highly advanced in their evolution. Not all are desert plants. Some are found in the rainforest, where they enjoy the heavy rainfall and grow much more vigorously than their desert cousins. Many cacti are very popular with rock gardeners and houseplant enthusiasts.\nThis new book features 500 species representing all cactus groups. The cacti are arranged alphabetically by scientific genus, with an entire page devoted to each species. At-a-glance information includes size, distribution, spination, flower and flowering time, plus varieties and synonyms used. Detailed descriptions reveal the amazing adaptations cacti have made, such as: Stems with waterproof skin to store water Far-reaching, shallow root systems Leaves that are shed during a drought Spines toward off predators.\nThe author provides professional advice on growing these plants at home. Among the 500 color photographs that appear in the book are stunning shots of cacti in bloom.\n500 Cacti is a useful reference for all who admire these long-living and distinctive plants.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1554072611\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: DBV.1554072611.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Preston-Mafham, Ken\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly!  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Dream Books Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41455231828026,"sku":"DBV.1554072611.G","price":6.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/6011\/0138\/files\/1554072611-0.jpg?v=1781039527","url":"https:\/\/shop.dreambooksco.com\/products\/500-cacti-species-and-varieties-in-cultivation","provider":"Dream Books Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}