Flora and Vegetation of Nepal (2024) (Plant and Vegetation #19)

By: Maan Bahadur Rokaya and Shalik Ram Sigdel

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Synopsis: This volume highlights the plant life of Nepal, which accounts for 20% of the Himalayan biodiversity. For the first time, this group of authors compile over 200 years’ worth of local botanical research. Due to the high topographical diversity, Nepal has a very unique flora and vegetation. The chapters focus on cryptogams, phanerogams and alien flora. As an added bonus, historical background for native and invasive species, is explained. Aside from botanical knowledge, the authors also shed a light on Nepali geography, soil, climate and land use. To complete the picture, readers will find data on different plants, maps and photographs of unique species. This book is a valuable resource for Botanists and Ecologists, but also for interested travelers who would like to complement their next trek in Nepal.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:: 9783031507021
Related ISBNs:: 9783031507014
Publisher:: Springer International Publishing
Date of Addition:: 06/03/24
Copyrighted By:: The Editor
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Nonfiction, Science, Outdoors and Nature, Technology, Earth Sciences
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.
Edited by:: Maan Bahadur Rokaya
Edited by:: Shalik Ram Sigdel