Let yourself be carried away into the wondrous world of succulents. You will learn all about the botanical basics, home areas and life requirements of this diverse group of plants. Over 600 colour photos illustrate the alphabetically sorted descriptions of over 50 families, 250 genera and over 1000 species. Identification keys for the families and genera of the succulent plants round off this comprehensive information package. In addition to a compact introduction to the biology and botany of succulent plants, you will receive detailed information on care, propagation, diseases and pests. In addition, you will receive extensive information on how to build up a succulent collection with detailed care instructions. - unrivalled - richly illustrated - newly edited and updated.