Coastal plants from Cape Cod to Cape Canaveral

"This illustrated guidebook introduces readers to 125 frequently encountered wildflowers and other plants that grow in coastal habitats from Massachusetts to central Florida. Drawn from the authors' many years of studying, photographing, and teaching others about plants and their habitats, the book emphasizes species that grow in areas influenced by salt water and salt spray - including beaches, dunes, salt marshes, intertidal shores, coastal cliffs, and brackish waters - but also includes plants that grow in habitats that border marine ecosystems, such as coastal woodlands and freshwater estuaries.". "Organized by plant family, the guide provides the scientific and common names for each species, notes about its range and habitat, and a detailed botanical description that includes information about its growth habits and life history, flowers and fruits, human uses, and importance to wildlife. Color photographs by the authors accompany the entries, and information about closely related or easily confused species makes precise identification even easier. The book also features an overview of coastal habitats and a section on planning field trips to coastal areas, as well as a glossary, list of selected natural areas to visit, and reference section.". "This guide will appeal to everyone from the budding naturalist out to enjoy a day at the beach to the professional scientist seeking accurate, current information about coastal plants."--BOOK JACKET.