A first in general literature on eastern Brazilian cacti. This is a general guide to the discovery, identification, botany, ecology, geography and conservation of the cacti found in eastern Brazil, illustrating and mapping all recognized species (130) and subspecies (32). Identification aids in the form of dichotomous keys and colored illustrations are provided for all named, accepted taxa, together with descriptions, ecological data, conservation assessments, full synonymy, bibliography, vernacular names, a glossary of specialised terms and documentation of geographical distribution and specimen data. Introduced and naturalized cacti are also treated and illustrated. This is the first comprehensive account of the family in the region to be published since the Flora Brasiliensis in 1890 and will be the standard work on Brazilian cacti for many years to come. (128 color plates) 278 color photos, 52 color distribution maps. 499 pages. 8” x 10”, hardbound w/color photo cover. Regularly $95.00, it's a steal at only.....(#18000)...........$89.95