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Bibliography:
Rhododendrons of Subgenus Vireya - Dr. George Argent
Royal Horticultural Society
in association with the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh 2006
The first full account of Vireya to be published.
Contains an introduction to vireyas; detailed descriptions of
313 species (together with Keys to aid identification); chapters
on the history of vireyas; collecting and conservation; cultivation
and propagation; pests, diseases and disorders; and a glossary.
Illustrated with 262 photographs, illustrations and line drawings.
388pp. GBP55.00. Indispensable! Full review here.
An Account of Rhododendron in Malesia - Dr. H. Sleumer
P. Noordhoff 1966
An extract from Flora Malesiana (see below). Long out of print but considered the most complete reference work for 40 years until the recent publication of Dr. George Argent's revision.
Flora Malesiana - Series 1, vol.6 part 4
1966
Part of the huge Flora Malesiana series, detailing all known vireya species at that time from the botanical region Malesia, compiled by Dr. Hermann Sleumer.
The Rhododendrons of Sabah, Malaysian Borneo -
G. Argent, A. Lamb & A. Phillips
Natural History Publications 2007
An updated and greatly expanded edition of this popular
work originally published in 1988 (see below). Detailed descriptions
of the 42 species found in the state of Sabah accompanied by
a wealth of photographs and botanical illustrations. Hardback,
280pp. US$69.00 Full review here.
Rhododendrons of Sabah -
G. Argent, A. Lamb, A. Phillips and S. Collenette
Sabah Parks Publications 1988
Comprehensive coverage of the Vireyas from this region, superbly illustrated. 143pp. softcover. Difficult to obtain.
Accepted Names in Rhododendron Section Vireya -
G. Argent, G. Fairweather and K. Walter
RBG Edinburgh 1996
Complete list of current taxonomy with synonyms.
The Rhododendron Handbook 1998 -
G. Argent, J. Bond, D. Chamberlain, P. Cox and A. Hardy
Royal Horticultural Society 1997
Over 100 new descriptions of Vireya species in cultivation plus 24 excellent colour plates, part of full account of the genus.
Vireya Rhododendrons - J. Clyde Smith
Australian Rhododendron Society 1989
Good introduction to Vireyas with useful explanations of cultivation and propagation techniques.
Vireyas, A Practical Gardening Guide - J. Kenyon & J. Walker
Timber Press 1997
Another recent publication particularly good for the newcomer and featuring many of the latest hybrids.
Vireya Rhododendrons, The National Plant
Collection -
Christopher Fairweather
NCCPG 2004
New 46 page booklet from the holder of the U.K. National Collection of Vireya hybrids outlining the history of vireyas in cultivation and offering growing advice with detailed section on recommended varieties.
An Anthology of Articles from the Journal of The American Rhododendron Society 1954 - 1998
E. White Smith and Lucie Sorensen-Smith, Editors and Publishers
1999
Collection of over 95 articles from the Journal, reprinted in book form, covering all aspects of Vireya culture, plant hunting, and distribution maps and lists of species.
The Illustrated Rhododendron - Pat Halliday
Royal Botanic Gardens Kew 2001
Whilst this book encompasses the whole genus Rhododendron, twenty Vireya species are looked at in some depth, each one illustrated by superb botanical artwork taken from Curtis's Botanical Magazine.
The Vireya List - An Illustrated Guide To Over 900 Vireya Rhododendron Cultivars - CD-ROM
www.vireya.net
Comprehensive listing of over 900 Vireya hybrids with over 380 photographs.
Vireya Vine
Newsletter distributed 4 times a year. US$10 suggested annual subscription. Contact the Editor, E. White Smith, Rhododendron Species Foundation, P.O. Box 3798, Federal Way, WA 98063, USA
Vireya Venture
Another quarterly newsletter, this time from an Australian perspective. A small annual subscription for the printed version however the newsletter is also distributed without charge by e-mail. Contact the Editors, Graham & Janet Price to be added to mailing list. lithic01@bigpond.net.au
Viva Vireyas!
Monthly newsletter of the Hawaii Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society. Contact Sherla Bertelmann tropical@greensand.net
Journal of The Australian Rhododendron Society
Distributed annually to members of the society, the Journal usually contains something of interest to Vireya growers. www
Journal of The American Rhododendron Society
Quarterly distribution to society members with occasional articles on Vireyas. www
Vireya Group
Online discussion group hosted at Yahoo! www
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