Books on plantlife and what not.

[Psychonaut]

So I've recently developed an interest in plant life after a few walks through some woods near my house. I saw a lot of cool looking plants, and I'd like to learn more about plant life and botany and all that jazz. Any recommendations on books that cover this stuff? I have no background at all in this area btw.



Thanks in advance!

[SoggyFrog]

If you want the basics of what is what, get one that is particular to the area where you live. Otherwise, you're just hauling around information on a bunch of species you won't be likely to see. Never had to find such a book myself, but if you can't find it at a regular retail bookstore try a university bookstore.

[Nikos]

May I ask where you live? It doesn't have to be too specific lol, just the general geographic area. It will be easier for me to recommend you a book that way. Botany is a fascinating science indeed.

[Psychonaut]

I live in South Jersey, near the Pine Barrens.

Thanks for the replies!

[Nikos]

I live in South Jersey, near the Pine Barrens.

Thanks for the replies!

No way! I live in northern Ocean county!!

Anyway, This book would probably be a good start.
http://www.amazon.com/Eastern-Forest.../dp/0394731263

[Psychonaut]

Thanks a ton for the help, man! Interesting book, I ordered it.

+rep!

[Nikos]

Thanks a ton for the help, man! Interesting book, I ordered it.

+rep!

No problem. Anything for a fellow New Jerseyian.