The beautiful world of wild flowers is fully explored in this delightful book. There are descriptions of over 450 species that can be found in the British countryside, grouped according to their preferred habitats. Fact panels accompanying the descriptions of each species contain at a glance information, including status, distribution and flowing period. The extensive introduction provides a wealth of fascinating background information on many aspects of the biology and natural history of flowering plants, including their ecology, structure, classification, folklore and conservation. Beautifully illustrated throughout in full colour, this book will greatly stimulate the interest and enhance the enjoyment of all those who love wild flowers.