Dr. Kit Carlson – författare

A beautifully illustrated field guide to the 60 deadliest plants on Earth.This intriguing guide puts a spotlight on Mother Nature's most lethal plants, from those that can harm wild animals to the ones that can kill even humans. Some of these plants may be lurking in your own backyard. This illustrated compendium features full profiles of each plant, including interesting facts, important identifying characteristics, toxicity level, physiology, the biochemistry of toxins, how to spot each plant, and more. This is a beautiful but practical guide for botanists, foragers, gardeners, survivalists, and nature lovers alike. With this guide, you can learn what to avoid and what to do if you come into contact with these dangerous plants. With this field guide, you will:Learn the natural history of each plant.View humanity's fascinating relationship with these plants over the centuries--from medicinal purposes and cosmetics to rituals and murder.Discover the fatal effects and how these plants target the body, from organ failure and seizures to skin rashes and nausea.Understand poisonous plants' evolution, and how they developed toxicity to deter herbivores and other predators.Explore these stunning but deadly works of nature that can poison, maim, and intoxicate. From nightshade and hemlock to monkshood, oleander, and castor bean, this is your fascinating guide to 60 of the world's most life-threatening plants.

This beautifully illustrated book is your guide to the invasive species found across North America.Invasive flora and fauna adversely affect our ecosystems. Some species are introduced purposefully and can be harmless or even beneficial to other native species, but others can cause great ecological and environmental harm. This book features 100 invasive plants, animals, and microbes found across North America. Learn the identifying characteristics of each species, their habitats, their impacts on each ecosystem, and why they have been able to proliferate.This book includes:Wild boars that devour crops and native vegetationBurmese pythons that annihilate native mammal populationsStarlings that destroy cropsAsian carp that out-compete native fish for habitat and foodNutria that damage natural resourcesAnd more!Discover the careful balance of ecosystems with The Book of Invasive Species.

Stop guessing and start growing—this practical houseplant survival guide shows you exactly how to keep your indoor plants alive, even if you’ve failed before. Learn simple plant care habits, rescue dying plants, and build a thriving indoor garden with easy, low-maintenance houseplants.If you’ve ever Googled “why is my plant dying?” or wondered if you’re overwatering (again), you’re not alone. If your plants keep drooping, yellowing, or dying despite your best efforts, the problem isn’t you but the lack of clear, beginner-friendly guidance. Most plant care books overwhelm with jargon—this one simplifies everything.Designed specifically for beginners, this indoor plant care guide focuses on resilient, hard-to-kill plants and practical, real-life solutions for busy people.In this go-to plant care manual you’ll find:50+ beginner houseplants that are easy to care for and hard to killStep-by-step indoor plant care tips for watering, light, and plant healthClear warning signs for overwatering, underwatering, and plant stressProven strategies to revive struggling or dying houseplantsBeautiful illustrations and quick-reference plant profilesWhether you live in a small apartment, have low light, or just forget sometimes, this guide meets you where you are. Perfect for beginners, busy lifestyles, and anyone who wants greenery without the overwhelm, this guide helps you turn uncertainty into confidence.