"Perfectly Peculiar Plants: Take a Walk Through Earth's Weirdest, Wildest and Most Amazing Flora" by Chris Thorogood invites readers on an enchanting journey through the world of extraordinary plants. Each page showcases bizarre and fascinating flora, emphasizing their unique adaptations and roles in the ecosystem. From carnivorous species to flowers that bloom only at night, Thorogood combines vivid illustrations with engaging narratives that capture the awe of nature’s creativity. This book not only celebrates botanical diversity but also encourages appreciation for the often-overlooked wonders of the plant kingdom, making it a delightful read for nature enthusiasts and curious minds alike. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children at US kindergarten-3rd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 5-8 years.

There are 64 pages in this book. This book was published in 2018 by Frances Lincoln Publishers Ltd .

Born in Basel, Switzerland, Catell Ronca now lives and works in Lucerne. A graduate from the Royal College of Art in London, Catell works for a variety of international clients in publishing, editorial and advertising. Some of her favourite things are the Swiss Alps, hand-painted folk art and making ceramic tiles and objects. Dr Chris Thorogood is a plant hunter and botanist who has been fascinated by plants for a long as he can remember, having spent much of his childhood growing bizarre and unusual plants including carnivores and parasites. He is now Head of Science & Public Engagement at Oxford University Botanic Garden. Chris is the author of Weird Plants (Kew Publishing, 2018) as well as several botanic field guides.