Does anyone know of a good book, pdf or websites that attempts to explain the evolution of cold climate flora (specifically conifers)? I would prefer a good book.
I've been reading bits and pieces of things, but nothing that has answered any of my questions. I've noticed tons of material about warm climate flora, but almost nothing on cold climate flora.
Conifers are a essential to life in the present time and they produce a third of the Earth's oxygen, and they have evolved to be the largest, tallest and oldest living flora. Why? What did cones evlove from (what part of the plant)? Sap, why? I have countless questions.....haha
Thanks, Charlie