Fairfield Orchids: A Descriptive Catalogue Of The Species And Varieties Grown By James Brooke And Co

The Fairfield Orchids is a comprehensive catalogue of the various species and varieties of orchids grown by James Brooke and Company at their Fairfield Nurseries in 1872. The book provides a detailed description of each orchid, including its scientific name, habitat, and characteristics such as size, color, and fragrance. The catalogue is organized alphabetically by genus and includes over 500 entries, making it a valuable resource for orchid enthusiasts and botanists alike. The book also contains illustrations of some of the orchids, as well as a preface by James Brooke himself. Overall, The Fairfield Orchids is a fascinating glimpse into the world of orchid cultivation in the late 19th century.With Chapters Upon The History, Etc. Of These Plants And An Appendix Containing The Significations Of The Names.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.