Language: English
The first field guide to study the exotic ornamental flora of Kashmir, this book is based on first-hand inforrnation scrupulously composed by the authors through extensive exploration of the region, wide collection of plant specimens, meticulous identification and detailed taxonomic analysis. Overall, 312 species of exotic ornamental plants are documented from Kashmir. Each species is provided with its botanical name, author citation, reference to first valid publications, basionym (if any), synonym(s) (if any), diagnostic morphological description, flowering period, native range, common name(s), specimens examined, and landscape use.