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Native Plants of British Columbia’s Coastal Dry Belt: A Photographic Guide
Author(s): Hans Roemer (Author), Mary Sanseverino (Author)
- Publisher: Harbour Publishing
- Publication Date: August 5, 2025
- Language: English
- Print length: 272 pages
- ISBN-10: 1998526003
- ISBN-13: 9781998526000
Book Description
An innovative guide to the native plants of the coastal dry belt, or “rain shadow” of the Pacific Northwest, including southeast Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands and some parts of the mainland coast, such as Port Angeles and Bellingham, WA.
This guide takes readers on a botanical journey through the unique ecosystems of British Columbia and northern Washington’s Coastal Dry Belt. Organized by plant communities and habitats, it is an invaluable resource for naturalists, students, and nature enthusiasts alike. Authors Hans Roemer, an experienced ecologist, and Mary Sanseverino, an accomplished photographer, combine their expertise to present native plant species in their natural settings, illustrating the intricate relationships between plants and their environments.
Covering diverse areas from Douglas-fir forests to Garry oak woodlands, and from shrub-covered wetlands to beach and sand dunes, each section provides detailed descriptions, vibrant photographs, and insightful commentary. The guide facilitates plant identification within specific communities, highlights the ecological significance of each habitat, and offers practical tips for field observations.
Native Plants of BC’s Coastal Dry Belt aims to educate and inspire a broad audience, deepening the understanding of this distinctive landscape’s botanical treasures. Through its engaging presentation, this essential guide serves as both an educational tool and a source of inspiration for continued exploration and appreciation of British Columbia’s coastal plant life.
Editorial Reviews
Review
“Native Plants of British Columbia’s Coastal Dry Belt is a one-of-a-kind field guide, combining excellent color photographs, pithy descriptions, and an exploratory narrative. It’s a book that could only come from authors who have spent a lot of time exploring and botanizing in the region.” —Jim Pojar, Ph.D., coauthor of Plants of Coastal British Columbia
“Whether it’s the trees, the berry plants, the grasses, or the rarely seen wildflowers, or whether it’s the wet forests, dry woodlands, rocky cliffs, bogs, vernal pools or shorelines, these plants and the places where you can find them are all treasures. The book is a treasure too: one to thumb through, to keep beside your chair, and—most importantly—to take with you in your pocket or backpack when you venture out to explore the world of plants and their habitats.” —Nancy J. Turner, Distinguished Professor Emerita, University of Victoria
About the Author
Hans Roemer is an ecologist with extensive experience in studying plant communities and ecosystems. His academic credentials and decades of fieldwork in British Columbia have made him a respected authority on the native plants of the region.
Mary Sanseverino is a photographer and former computer science faculty member at the University of Victoria. Her expertise in photography and passion for the natural world complement her co-authorship, bringing the beauty of BC’s native plants to life.
