John Merle Coulter was an American botanist and educator, whose career encompassed significant administrative roles in education. He served as president of Indiana University and Lake Forest College, and headed the Department of Botany at the University of Chicago. His professional focus was on botany and education.
This textbook covers all aspects of botany including plant physiology, ecology, and taxonomy. It is an ideal book for college and university students studying botany.
This comprehensive guide to western Texas flora is an essential reference for botanists, environmentalists, and hikers. With detailed descriptions and illustrations, it covers everything from cacti to ferns to oaks.
Originally published in 1894, this work is a detailed study of two genera of cacti native to North America: Anhalonium and Lophophora. Coulter provides descriptions and illustrations of each species, as well as notes on their habits and habitats. This edition also includes an introduction by cactus expert David Yetman.
This comprehensive textbook covers all aspects of botany, including plant anatomy, physiology, and ecology. It is intended for use in colleges and universities, and contains numerous illustrations and examples to aid in understanding. With its clear, concise explanations and thorough coverage of the subject matter, this book is an essential resource for students and educators alike.