
This is the most comprehensive weed identification book ever produced in the United States. It complements the 2003 Aquatic and Riparian Weeds of the West.
- More than 750 weed species described and photographed.
- Detailed descriptions of seedlings; mature plants; flowers, fruit,and roots; germination and propagation characteristics; and descriptions of similar species.
- 3,000 color photographs of infestations, whole plants, flowers, seedlings, and seeds.
- Includes a CD containing all photographs in the book, copyright-free for educational use.
Dr. DiTomaso was a non-crop weed specialist at UC Davis, and headed the Weed Research and Information Center. He also served on the Cal-IPC Board of Directors.
Evelyn Healy is an expert in ecology and plant systematics.