Ghillean T. Prance Bücher

A book that records the majesty of life on Earth and offers an achievable global strategy for its preservation.

Focusing on the family Humiraceae, this comprehensive monograph delves into various aspects such as economic botany, conservation, and phylogenetic relationships. It presents detailed information on taxonomic history, ecology, cytology, and phytochemistry, supported by illustrations, photographs, and distribution maps. Authored by a leading authority, the volume encompasses eight genera, 65 species, and 15 infraspecific taxa, including the description of two new species, making it a vital resource for researchers and enthusiasts alike.