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Daisy family gains distinction in guide
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The daisy family (Asteraceae) is the world's largest flowering
plant family. Nevertheless, until now there has been no guide to
daisies, says John Sutton, author of The Plantfinder's Guide to
Daisies (Timber Press; $34.95).
"Given the almost universal popularity of the daisy, which is
perceived as a symbol of flowers in general, this is surprising," he
writes in the book's preface.
His guide is by no means confined to what the person on the street
might regard as daisies. The reg...
