Title: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide
Product review: I have a BS degree in biology (1969) and, at one time, was familiar with the old dichotomous key method of identifying plants. Since then, I have forgotten much of the vocabulary and descriptive nuances needed to use one of those keys. A friend recommended Newcomb's Wildflower Guide. She said it uses a different method to key an identification. I ordered a copy from Amazon. My friend was correct; it does use a different method - a much simpler and less ambiguous method. I have even been able to use this book to identify plants by remembering the shapes of their leaves.I bought the softcover edition. It seems rugged enough to stand field use and is a good size to slip into a day pack or a cargo pocket in a pair of hiking pants.It has been said that, if all you know is the name of something, you know nothing. Not true. Knowing the name allows you to find out everythig else.
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