Author: O. A. LeistnerPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 788
Book Description
Seed Plants of Southern Africa
Author: O. A. LeistnerPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 788
Book Description
Flowers on the Tree of Life
Author: Livia WanntorpPublisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1139502352
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 327
Book Description
Genetic and molecular studies have recently come to dominate botanical research at the expense of more traditional morphological approaches. This broad introduction to modern flower systematics demonstrates the great potential that floral morphology has to complement molecular data in phylogenetic and evolutionary investigations. Contributions from experts in floral morphology and evolution take the reader through examples of how flowers have diversified in a large variety of lineages of extant and fossil flowering plants. They explore angiosperm origins and the early evolution of flowers and analyse the significance of morphological characters for phylogenetic reconstructions on the tree of life. The importance of integrating morphology into modern botanical research is highlighted through case studies exploring specific plant groups where morphological investigations are having a major impact. Examples include the clarification of phylogenetic relationships and understanding the significance and evolution of specific floral characters, such as pollination mechanisms and stamen and carpel numbers.
Medicinal Plants of North Africa
Author: Loutfy BoulosPublisher:
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Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 298
Book Description
Descriptions of 369 indigenous, naturalized, or cultivated species (97 families) of plants in North Africa. Intended to "bridge the gap between folk and modern medicine." Arranged alphabetically by family names. Each entry gives species name, vernacular names in Arabic, Berber, English, and French; geographical area of growth; uses; and numbers referring to bibliographical citations. 103 plates. Glossary, bibliography (66 references), and indexes (medicinal, common names, and species).
Plant Science Literature
Author: United States. Bureau of Plant Industry. LibraryPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 648
Book Description
Plant Science Literature
Author: IAWA Bulletin
Author: International Association of Wood AnatomistsPublisher:
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Category : Wood
Languages : en
Pages : 462
Book Description
The New Natural History of Madagascar
Author: Steven M. GoodmanPublisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 0691222622
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 2296
Book Description
A marvelously illustrated reference to the natural wonders of one of the most spectacular places on earth Separated from Africa’s mainland for tens of millions of years, Madagascar has evolved a breathtaking wealth of biodiversity, becoming home to thousands of species found nowhere else on the planet. The New Natural History of Madagascar provides the most comprehensive, up-to-date synthesis available of this island nation’s priceless biological treasures. Now fully revised and expanded, this beautifully illustrated compendium features contributions by more than 600 globally renowned experts who cover the history of scientific exploration in Madagascar, as well as the island’s geology and soils, climate, forest ecology, human ecology, marine and coastal ecosystems, plants, invertebrates, fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. This invaluable two-volume reference also includes detailed discussions of conservation efforts in Madagascar that showcase several successful protected area programs that can serve as models for threatened ecosystems throughout the world. Provides the most comprehensive overview of Madagascar’s rich natural historyCoedited by 18 different specialistsFeatures hundreds of new contributions by world-class expertsIncludes hundreds of new illustrationsCovers a broad array of topics, from geology and climate to animals, plants, and marine lifeSheds light on newly discovered species and draws on the latest scienceAn essential resource for anyone interested in Madagascar or tropical ecosystems in general, from biologists and conservationists to ecotourists and armchair naturalists
The Flora of South Africa
Author: Rudolf MarlothPublisher:
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Category : Botany
Languages : en
Pages : 522
Book Description
Annonaceae - Balanitaceae
Author: Jean-Pierre LebrunPublisher:
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Category : Angiosperms
Languages : en
Pages : 808
Book Description
Author: