Originally published in 1894, this work is a detailed study of two genera of cacti native to North America: Anhalonium and Lophophora. Coulter provides descriptions and illustrations of each species, as well as notes on their habits and habitats. This edition also includes an introduction by cactus expert David Yetman.

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