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Pocket Guide Fynbos

ISBN 
9781775846956
Format 
Paperback
Recommended Price 
R270.00
Published 
June 2020
About the book: 
Pocket Guide Fynbos  features over 300 of the most spectacular and commonly seen species from South Africa’s renowned floral kingdom – all in one handy, easy-to-use guide. 
 
The species are presented in detail, with each entry featuring: 
  • succinct descriptions of the plant and its habitat, comparisons with similar species and flowering times
  • full-colour photographs and distribution maps
  • floral key, using symbols to denote main identifying features
  • interesting facts about species.
For ease of use, the species are divided into 10 distinct groups, and an illustrated floral key on the inside front cover offers flower lovers a smart tool with which to identify species more accurately.
 
The introduction describes the world of fynbos, detailing the origins, diversity, adaptations and conservation of this unique flora.
 
This compact guide is an invaluable aid for anyone interested in South Africa’s astonishing floral treasures.
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About the Author

John Manning is an internationally acclaimed botanist at the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI). A prolific writer, illustrator, and photographer, he has authored and co-authored numerous scientific papers, magazine articles, and books on South Africa’s flora, including  Field Guide to Fynbos, Pocket Guide Fynbos, Field Guide to Wild Flowers of South Africa,  and  Ericas of the Fynbos.

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