Common Mosses of the Northeast and Appalachians

Princeton Field Guides

by Karl B. McKnight, Joseph R. Rohrer, Kirsten McKnight Ward

This is the first book to help general readers recognize 200 common mosses of the Northeast and the Appalachian Mountains. With just this field guide, a hand lens, and a spray bottle--no microscopes necessary--readers will be able to identify and name many of the common species of mosses growing in the region's backyards, parks, forests, wetlands, and mountains. At the heart of this guide is an innovative, color-tabbed system that helps readers pick out small groups of similar species. Illustrated identification keys, colorful habitat and leaf photos, more than 600 detailed line drawings, and written descriptions help differentiate the species. This accessible book allows all nature enthusiasts to make accurate identifications and gain access to the enchanting world of mosses.200 species included More than 600 detailed line drawings More than 400 color photographs Innovative color-tabbed system for species identification Illustrated species identification keys Helpful tips for moss collecting

Genres: Reference, Nature, Nonfiction, Field Guides, Gardening, Science

392 pages, Paperback

First published February 21, 2013

Reviews

[Valerie Sherman · Rating 4 out of 5]

A thorough field guide to mosses in the areas where I live. I wish there was a little more about how to cultivate at home, such as moss terrariums or outside on stones or in a garden. I need to get a tiny lens to look at them in the wild!

[Jessica Allen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent resource!

[Kim Hughes · Rating 5 out of 5]

excellent guide

[Sheila Mulcahy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent resource.

[Tommy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Should be a copy in the drawer of every hotel room.

[Cynthia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book. I carry it around with me wherever I go.