The Genus Conophytum

The excellent introduction covers taxonomic considerations, mythological considerations, habitat, conservation and cultivation. The locality maps are clear and well produced and the book is well indexed. Being the only book on Conophytum's it is essential reading for all lovers and growers of the genus. The author Steven Hammer has done extensive work on several of the genera of the Mesembryanthemaceae, but has concentrated, over a period of twelve years, on his research on Conophytum. He has travelled extensively in the regions in which Conophytums are to be found, and has unearthed several new taxa.