“. . . contains a wealth of fascinating information on both native 
trees and those introduced species that are widely naturalized. 
Here beginner and experienced naturalists alike can learn to 
identify most Texas trees while, at the same time, delving into the 
folklore, history, and wildlife ecology of the Lone Star State.”—John 
and Gloria Tveten

Texas is long overdue for a new, accessible, innovative tree book. 
This is it.

Features:
• Life-sized leaf images for easy identification
• Field-tested method 
• More than two hundred species organized by leaf shape

Includes:
• Regional guide to growing trees
• List of non-native trees
• Recipes for wild edibles
• Light and water requirements
• Butterfly host trees
• Captivating folklore and history

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CARMINE STAHL is a naturalist and forester, recently retired as 
program coordinator at Mercer Arboretum and Botanic Gardens 
and the Jesse H. Jones Park and Nature Center in Houston, Texas. 
RIA McELVANEY is an attorney, writer, and illustrator, whose idea 
for this book originated with her own desire to learn about trees and 
her frustration with the organization of available state tree books.


Number Thirty-four: W. L. Moody, Jr., Natural History Series


What people are saying about this book

“The clever and entertaining project of a novice with a need to 
know and a well-seasoned naturalist, this new book inspires 
long walks in the woods, or at least around the neighborhood, 
identifying trees by matching the actual foliage to the image on
the page.”—Houston Chronicle

“. . . the handiest guidebook on trees I've ever seen, bar none . . .
gloriously illustrated . . .”—Donnis Baggett, Bryan-College Station
Eagle