The Expedition Continues, Colombia
Patrick Gibson reviews a book about José Celestino Mutis's botanical expedition to what is now Colombia, as well as his scientific and artistic legacy.
Patrick Gibson reviews a book about José Celestino Mutis's botanical expedition to what is now Colombia, as well as his scientific and artistic legacy.
This visually stunning book presents a white-background approach to capturing the unique flora of Mexico's Sierra San Pedro Mártir, including many endemic and endangered species, in exquisite photographic detail.
The Sierra San Pedro Mártir's pine forests thrive on the fires that recycle nutrients, but fire suppression threatens this unique Mexican ecosystem.
Para los jóvenes de esta comunidad, poner pie en un salón de clases puede implicar conocer menos sobre la flora local.
For young people in this community, stepping into a classroom might mean knowing less about their flora.
Entre hojas y flores, el pedúnculo de esta planta funciona como una pegajosa trampa atrapa insectos
Between leaves and flowers, the peduncle of this plant serves as an insect sticky-trap
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