The lilies of China: the genera Lilium, Cardiocrinum, Nomocharis and Notholirion

Describes environment requirements, methods of propagation, and other aspects of growing lilies successfully and recounts the long history of the uses and cultivation of lilies in China. The botanical status of the species is considered, and species descriptions are accompanied by commentaries and cultivation information. Includes a short bibliography (both Chinese and English references), color plates, and drawings. Of interest to lily growers seeking information on new-to- the-west species and to botanists. Annotation(c) 2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)