Firefly Encyclopedia of Trees.FIREFLY firefly or lightning bug, small, luminescent, carnivorous beetle of the family Lampyridae. Fireflies are well represented in temperate regions, although the majority of species are tropical and subtropical. ENCYCLOPEDIA OF TREES STEVE CAFFERTY, ED. From beeches and redwoods to monkey puzzles monkey puzzle Noun a South American coniferous tree with branches shaped like a candelabrum and stiff sharp leaves Noun 1. monkey puzzle and hackberries, this oversize o·ver·size n. 1. A size that is larger than usual. 2. An oversize article or object. adj. o·ver·size also o·ver·sized Larger in size than usual or necessary. Adj. 1. encyclopedia provides a wealth of information on hundreds of species of trees. The book's first section describes the basic anatomy of a tree and the structures of the many types of forests found worldwide. The book's main section is devoted to the three main types of trees: conifers, temperate temperate /tem·per·ate/ (tem´per-at) restrained; characterized by moderation; as a temperate bacteriophage, which infects but does not lyse its host. tem·per·ate adj. broadleaves, and tropicals. Clear illustrations, tables, and rich color photographs accompany each entry, which also includes information on one to several tree species' global distribution; structures such as roots, bark, and leaves; and commercial uses, from making matches to making rubber. A helpful glossary covers tree-related terminology. Firefly, 2005, 288 p., color illus. and photos, hardcover, $49.95. |
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