Grasses of East Africa Paperback / softback
by Dino J. Martins
Paperback / softback
Description
Grasses of East Africa describes 100 species of common, ecologically important or remarkable grasses found in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi.
Grasses comprise one of the largest plant families on Earth, but are possibly the most overlooked.
Yet it is these ubiquitous and important plants that have the greatest impact on our daily lives - providing a wide range of staple foods for humans globally, a fundamental source of grazing for livestock, and food and shelter for an infinite variety of wildlife.
This book includes: Clearly laid out and easy-to-use species descriptions; beautiful line and watercolour illustrations with labels highlighting notable features; full-colour photographs; a concise introduction covering the economic significance of grasses, their ecology, habitats and conservation.
Grasses of East Africa will prove invaluable to students, scientists, travellers and nature lovers as it aids identification while also highlighting the functions of these important and often beautiful plants.
Sales points: Accessible descriptions of 100 East African grass species; exquisite illustrations; full-colour photographs of all featured species; expert author.
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:232 pages, 310 full-color photographs; 204 color illustrations and line drawings
- Publisher:Penguin Random House South Africa
- Publication Date:01/02/2022
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- ISBN:9781775845485
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Out of Stock - We are unable to provide an estimated availability date for this product
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:232 pages, 310 full-color photographs; 204 color illustrations and line drawings
- Publisher:Penguin Random House South Africa
- Publication Date:01/02/2022
- Category:
- ISBN:9781775845485
