Slipper Orchids of Vietnam

With an Introduction to the Flora of Vietnam
by Leonid Averyanov, Phillip Cribb, Phan Ke Loc, and Nguyen Tien Hiep
watercolors by Carol Woodin

Slipper orchids, a small but showy part of the remarkable and diverse orchid flora of Vietnam, epitomize the exuberance of Vietnam's orchids, and at the same time emphasize their vulnerability to the problems of forest destruction and commercial collecting. This generously illustrated book provides comprehensive accounts of the history, nomenclature, and relationships of each of the 22 slipper orchid species and hybrids found within Vietnam. It also provides the first detailed accounts of their habitats, biology, and ecology. Orchid lovers and specialists alike will welcome this unique insight into the rich flora of Vietnam, where so many orchids are found.

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