Cycads of Africa - Volume I Price per book: 89,-- Euro
This book just was published in 2001. It features many colored photographs, and is the most complete treatment description for African cycads. This 350 page book includes exquisite photographs of each species in their usual habitat, including detailed information on growth habit, physical features and conservation status.
Cycads of Africa, by Douglas Goode Published 1989 -- Out of Print Price per book: on request
This is Douglas Goode's landmark publication, which introduced the horticultural world to the beauty of African Cycads, particularly specimens in their native habitat. Goode's realistically pristine illustrations are exquisite in their color and realism. This book is no longer in print. However, we have been able to obtain a limited number of books in virtually new condition.
Cycads of Vietnam by Roy Osborne, Ken Hill, Hiep Nguyen, Loc Phan Ke Price per book: 45,-- Euro
Written by four highly respected cycad specialists, Roy Osborne, Ken d. Hill, Hiep T. Nguyen, and Loc Phan Ke, Cycads of Vietnam takes the reader deep into the world of 27 species and their scenic and specialized habitats. The authors provide an excellent botanical and historical presentation of these Cycads and their habitats using beautiful photos, informative diagrams and detailed explanations. Cycads of Vietnam has been recommended by Cycad hobbyists, nurserymen, researchers, students, conservation officials and those with a general interest in plant evolution and matters botanical.
Cycad World by Adolf Fanfoni 2010 Price per book: 99,-- Euro
This is the best cycad owner's manual we've seen. Written by an experienced South African grower, Cycad World is a remarkable, extensive and thorough "How-To Manual" for anyone who wants to grow happy, healthy cycads. A true labor of love, it’s filled with detailed color photographs and packed with information the author has gained firsthand over his years of growing and propagating healthy plants as well as tending sick ones. Think of the value of saving just one of your plants from a lesson or tip you learn from this valuable book. This "owner's manual" is an investment that will pay off multiple times during your cycad growing experience. The book contains 122 pages of lessons on on Cycad Plant Care, including such topics as:      • Diseases cycads can get and how to treat them      • Insect pests and how to deal with them      • Specific chemical and other treatments for fungi and other pests      • Appropriate use of (and myths about) water      • Cycad pollination techniques      • Growing cycads from seed      • Re-establishing cycad offsets      • Transplanting cycads, both small and mature In addition to its exhaustive information about cycad care, the book includes a 200+ page Cycad Identity Guide covering African cycads, with close-up photos of leaves, leaflets and cones, plus spectacular cycad habitat photographs.
Cycads of South Africa by Cynthia Giddy, Published 1974 - - Out of print Price per book: on request
Cynthia Giddy dedicated her life to the protection and propagation of South African flora, especially succulents, aloes and cycads. This is evident in her book, Cycads of South Africa. Her detailed descriptions of 29 South African species of cycad, their habitats, history and propagation are enhanced by beautiful hand drawn illustrations and color photographs. It is a rare and out of print collector’s item. We currently have one book in stock. It is used, but in good condition.