| Author |
Pole Evans, I. B. (Illtyd Buller), 1879-1968 |
| Title |
The flowering plants of South Africa; vol. 3
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"The Flowering Plants of South Africa; Vol. 3" by I. B. Pole Evans is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This volume focuses on the detailed classification, description, and illustration of flowering plants indigenous to South Africa, showcasing their unique characteristics. It aims to provide a comprehensive resource for botanists, horticulturists, and plant enthusiasts interested in the rich flora of South Africa. The opening of this volume presents a structured introduction to various native plant species, emphasizing their botanical descriptions and accompanying illustrations. The text begins with a dedication to Sir Frank Umhlali Reynolds, appreciating his contribution to horticulture. The initial pages detail specific flowering plants, such as "Clematopsis Stanleyi" and "Mimetes hottentotica", describing their habitat, physical features, and relevance in botany, while highlighting the contributions of various plant collectors. This introductory section sets the stage for an in-depth examination of South Africa’s diverse plant life, intertwining scientific analysis with artistic representation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
QK: Science: Botany
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| Subject |
Plants -- South Africa -- Periodicals
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| Subject |
Plants -- South Africa -- Pictorial works -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
66680 |
| Release Date |
Nov 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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