Fern Lover's Companion

The Fern Lover's Companion is a comprehensive guidebook for fern enthusiasts, written by George Henry Tilton. The book provides a detailed overview of ferns, including their history, biology, and classification. It also includes information on how to grow and care for ferns, as well as tips for identifying different species.The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of ferns. The first section provides an introduction to ferns, including their history and evolution. The second section covers the biology of ferns, including their anatomy, reproduction, and growth habits.The third section of the book is dedicated to the classification of ferns. It includes detailed descriptions of the different families, genera, and species of ferns, as well as information on their distribution and habitat.The fourth section of the book focuses on growing and caring for ferns. It includes advice on selecting the right soil, light, and moisture conditions for different fern species, as well as tips for fertilizing and pruning.The final section of the book is a comprehensive guide to identifying ferns. It includes detailed descriptions and illustrations of over 300 different fern species, as well as a glossary of botanical terms.Overall, The Fern Lover's Companion is an essential guidebook for anyone interested in ferns, whether they are a seasoned collector or a beginner gardener. It provides a wealth of information on the biology, classification, and cultivation of ferns, as well as a comprehensive guide to identifying different species.Fronds pinnate, lanceolate, slightly or not at all narrowed at the base. Pinnae horizontal or slightly recurved, linear-lanceolate and deeply pinnatifid. Lobes obtuse, but appear acute when their margins are reflexed over the sori. Veins once forked. Indusium minute. Stipes tall, lifting the blades ten to fifteen inches above the mud, whence they spring.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.