Japan's Orchids & Wildflowers

About this book

A white egret orchid over a summer marsh, a lady's-slipper guarded on a northern island, skunk-cabbage sails in the snowmelt at Oze, dicentra hearts on volcanic gravel, gentians closing the autumn grasslands — Japan's wild orchids and wildflowers are a second, hidden itinerary through the whole country. This complete guide gives you 200 accounts in one uniform, honest format: identification, habitat and range, seasons and behaviour, and look-don't-pick watching for every single one. Species groups and famous blooming places are clearly labelled, rare orchids are located by region and managed viewing place — never by collectable colony — and every account reminds you to verify current facts with official sources. Plan a year of flower walks, from the first adonis in the bare woods to the last gentian, and leave every colony exactly as you found it.