Taxonomy & Systematics
Suggestions for Taxonomy & Systematics
Peonies of the World: Polymorphism and Diversity Pt. This long awaited second volume examines diversity within the genus and in particular that which can be seen within populations of a single species. "Gail Harland, La Peonia This
A must have book for plant taxonomists and horticulturists. The genus Paeonia is a famous group of plants that has been culturally significant in the East and the West for millennia, and is extensively cultivated for ornamental and medicinal purposes.
The chapters cover history, biology, ecology, and folklore, and a detailed account of the 40 species found in Borneo - all illustrated in color. Few plants feed the imagination like carnivorous plants, and few carnivorous plants are more spectac
Hooker's Icones Plantarum: Noteworthy Species of Kleinia v.
Taxonomic account of species known from the tropical regions between Burma and New Guinea.
Natural History Publications (Borneo),Malaysia (9789838120487 / Illustrations (some col.), maps) - Height: 264 mm - Spine width: 26 mm - Width: 203 mm - Kew - Kew Publishing - ISBN: 9789838120487 - Number of pages: 316
A systematic account of recognised species, fully illustrated with 65 line drawings.
This part is dedicated to the substantial family of Cyperaceae - or sedges. At least one species of each genus is illustrated with a complete annotation, and the bibliography and synonymy are sufficiently detailed to explain nomenclature and tax
The first comprehensive account of the 158 orchid species of Vanuatu. It includes coverage of 16 genera and 53 species not previously recorded from the islands, 33 line illustrations and 8 pages of plates.
Illustrated with 80 full-page line drawings and 16 pages of colour photographs. Guide to a rich and varied orchid flora under increasing pressure from the accelerating and widespread destruction of the forests of the Pacific islands.
The first account of the orchids of Samoa since 1911, covering 101 species in 47 genera. The introduction deals with the geography, vegetation and structure of orchids. There are keys to help with identification and 27 drawings online and
An account of all the orchids known to occur wild on Java. One hundred and thirty genera are listed, 731 species described and more than 700 are illustrated with colour photographs.
A critical, illustrated flora of Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana, designed to treat phanerogams as well as area cryptographies. This edition covers the families Dilleniaceae, Vitaceae and Meliaceae, and provides descriptions of plants,
The publication of the "Burkina Faso Tree Identification Guide" is the result of more than ten years of research in collaboration with the Kew Millennium Seed Bank Project. This book is an essential reference for anyone who needs to know
This book provides a flora of the Mefou area, Cameroon. The introductory chapters cover vegetation, geology, soil types, climate, threats, invasive and exotic plants, ethnobotany and the history of botanical exploration in the area. A cha
Explore Zambia’s botanical heritage with this guide detailing indigenous plants historically employed to treat fevers, highlighting their medicinal properties, preparation methods, and cultural significance in traditional healing practices.
Produced in four volumes, this work contains a complete list of all Euphorbiaceae and Pandaceae. Liberally illustrated with line drawings and 32 pages of colored plates. It draws attention to current systematic knowledge and research, synonyms,
West African Herbaria of Isert and Thonning: A Taxonomic Revision and an Index to the IDC Microfiche
West Africa Herbarium of Isert and Thonning: taxonomic revision and microfiche index of IDC. A taxonomic and nomenclatural revision of the collections made by two Danish botanists between 1783 and 1803 - at a time whe
This book provides a checklist of the Lebialem Highlands, Cameroon area. The introductory chapters cover vegetation, geology, soil types, climate, threats, invasive and exotic plants, ethnobotany and the history of botanical exploration i
The Plants of Mount Cameroon: A conservation checklist. This gives ICUN rating, threats, habitat, population status and management advice.
The first detailed account of the grasses of Bahia. The 110 full-page illustrations provide a valuable aid to accurate identification. Many have considerable agricultural potential and provide a valuable source of grazing for livestock.
Reprinted from Kew Bulletin Vol. A thorough revision of the genus as it occurs in Brazil, with illustrations and keys to the 79 recognised species.
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As numerous species occur beyond Cameroon, the new assessments are also relevant for Nigeria and Gabon, and as far west as Guinea and east Congo and Rwanda-Burundi. The book documents 815 species as threatened using the IUCN global assessments,
Preliminary List of Myrtaceae in Northeastern Brazil: Repatriation of Kew Herbarium Data for the Flora of Northeast Brazil. Many specimens of this family of plants were deposited in the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew for historical rea
An identification guide to all species of Indigofera, including Microcharis, in tropical Africa.
A descriptive checklist of the plants of Chapada Diamantina, Bahia, Brazil.
Explore the lush world of African arums in Flora Zambesiaca Volume 12, Part 1, covering Araceae and Lemnaceae with detailed botanical descriptions, habitat notes, and high‑quality illustrations.
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