Wild Flowers Of Australia And Oceania

Gardening & Environment Education & Reference Science & Nature

Wild Flowers of Australia and Oceania by Michael Lavelle pairs botanist-level detail with lush illustration, making this 2008 paperback a pocket gallery of the region’s most colourful natives. At 128 pages, the book balances field-guide facts with hobby-friendly tips, perfect for bushwalkers, students, and weekend gardeners curious about what’s blooming beyond the backyard.

Every bloom is clearly photographed or artistically rendered, so even newcomers can spot difference between a flannel flower and a waxlip orchid. Lavelle’s concise notes on habitat, flowering season and traditional uses turn quick browsing into practical know-how, while a durable lay-flat binding lets the book ride happily in a daypack or on the potting bench.

This illustrated copy shows only gentle shelf fade to the cover and a light top-edge crease on the first 32 pages—common evidence of being eagerly thumbed, not abused. Inside, the pages remain crisp, unmarked, and tightly bound, free of smoke or musty odours, ready for your next coastal hike or armchair exploration.

Ideal as a reference for young adults tackling school projects or adults planning a native garden, Wild Flowers of Australia and Oceania slips easily into any nature lover’s library. Grab this clean, affordable edition and start identifying Australasian blossoms today.