Flora of Mauritius and the Seychelles (Classic Reprint): A Description of the Flowering Plants and Ferns of Those Islands: A Description of the ... and Ferns of Those Islands (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Discover the Flora of Mauritius and the Seychelles A comprehensive reference describing the flowering plants and ferns of these Indian Ocean islands, prepared under government authority for broader study and exchange among botanists and collectors.

This edition draws on a long tradition of Mauritian botany and synthesizes information from major thesauri and field collections. It includes the historical work of early explorers and collectors, and outlines how the island flora was built from these diverse sources. The book emphasizes a careful approach to naming, classification, and regional distribution, helping readers understand what grows where in Mauritius and its dependencies.

What you’ll experience

• An organized overview of plant groups common to the islands, including trees, shrubs, and climbers.


• Historical context showing how Mauritian botany has developed over time.


• Notes on the differences between native species and introductions.


• A framework for identifying and comparing plants in tropical habitats.

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