Campbell Loughmiller (1906–1992)

I started with Wildflowers of Texas. Later I added Texas Wildflowers: A Field Guide because the second edition is also arranged by color. While there is some overlap, I like having both, in part because Texas Wildflowers has more wildflowers.

Texas Wildflowers is more technical and has a better handle on the expected range of each flower. There is a map in the back that shows the different ecosystems in Texas. I find a good selection of flowering cacti in it.

Wildflowers of Texas shines in an show more urban setting. Many of the flowers I see on my walks are considered to be weeds and this one has them, from henbit to dandelions to bindweed.

The only flower I wasn't able to find in either book was goatsbeard. For that I had to go to my trusty Audubon guide.

If you are familiar with common "Invasive" flowers or are going to be out in the countryside or parks, this would be my suggestion for a "go to" book. show less

One of the best guides to Texas wildflowers. The pictures are good, the descriptions readable, and it can be a very good reference for both professionals and hobbyists.

not helpful as a field guide. too few pictures, sorting not helpful at all (by family, instead of by appearance as in usual field guides).