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About The Book: A Dictionary of English Plant-Names by James Britten and Robert Holland is a comprehensive reference work cataloguing the common, regional, and vernacular names of plants used throughout England. Drawing from folklore, local dialects, herbals, and earlier botanical works, the dictionary connects everyday plant names with their scientific equivalents. It reveals the cultural and linguistic history embedded in plant nomenclature, illustrating how plants were understood, used, and named across different communities. First published in the late 19th century, it remains an important resource for botanists, folklorists, historians, and linguists interested in the intersection of language, culture, and natural history. About The Author: James Britten (1846-1924) is a practical guide aimed at non-specialists, offering clear instructions on cultivating orchids. It covers species selection, care techniques, and growing conditions, making orchid cultivation accessible to hobbyists. The Title 'A Dictionary of English Plant-Names written/authored/edited by James Britten and Robert Holland', published in the year 1886. The ISBN 9789368963714 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 660 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Plant Dictionary. Size of the book is 21.59 x 27.94 cms.