Plants of the Victorian High Country contains species descriptions and photographs of plants to be found along popular walking tracks, such as Harrietville to Mt Feathertop and Mt Hotham. Plants of the montane, sub-alpine and alpine zones are included, sorted into five easily distinguished groups: herbs, daisy herbs, low woody shrubs, tall shrubs and trees, and eucalypts. The guide features straightforward identification keys and clear photos of the leaves, flowers and stems of the plant.

If you are a nature lover, planning to walk in the Victorian High Country, this book is an essential addition to your backpack.

• Plants are sorted into five easily distinguished groups: herbs, daisy herbs, low woody shrubs, tall shrubs and trees, and eucalypts.
• Simple keys for each group and high quality colour photographs allow easy identification.
• Contains a glossary of terms and list of plants by family.
• Without the generous support of the Australian Plants Society Victoria Inc., it would not have been possible to publish this work at an affordable recommended retail price.

The photograph at the bottom of page 4 should be replaced with this line drawing.

"A handy field guide for amateur botanists and walkers in the High Country, this paperback makes identifying plants a breeze. Scientific botanical jargon is kept to a minimum, making it easy for anyone to learn about plants they might encounter on their travels. Simple keys and photos of leaves, flowers and stems mean that even children can use the book. "
Wild Magazine, pp. 70, November - December 2012

Bill Dowling is a former builder’s labourer, photographer and teacher. Since retiring, he has become a volunteer guide at Adelaide Botanic Gardens and is an active member of the Friends of the Great Victoria Desert.