Field Guide To Trees Of Southern Africa

Author : Braam van Wyk
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 732 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2013-08-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781775841043

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Field Guide to Trees of Southern Africa by Braam van Wyk Pdf

This comprehensively updated and expanded edition of the region’s best-selling field guide to trees offers much, much more than the highly successful first edition. Fully updated text (including additional species entries) and distribution maps, numerous new photographs and a new 87-page section of full-tree photographs makes this well-loved guide even more indispensable in the field. Southern Africa has a rich variety of tree species, with an estimated 2 100 indigenous species and more than 100 naturalised aliens. Field Guide to Trees of Southern Africa describes and illustrates more than 1 000 of these, focusing on trees that are the most common and most likely to be encountered. Species are logically arranged in 43 groups based on easy-to-observe leaf and stem features, and each account is illustrated by full-colour photographs of the plant’s diagnostic parts. The text also touches on the practical uses of the plants.

Author : Najma Dharani
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2011-07-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781431701384

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Field Guide to Common Trees & Shrubs of East Africa by Najma Dharani Pdf

Due to its diversity of habitat and climate, East Africa boasts a tremendous natural wealth of flora - indigenous, naturalized and exotic. This second edition of Field Guide to Common Trees & Shrubs of East Africa features more than 400 of the trees, shrubs, palms and mangroves that are commonly found in the region. The book is divided into four parts – trees, shrubs, palms and mangroves – with each part arranged in alphabetical order according to scientific name. The species accounts describe the plants’ habitat, bark, leaves, flowers and fruit, as well as their general and commercial applications and uses in traditional medicine. The text is accompanied by more than 1 200 photographs depicting the species, its fruit, flowers and bark. Glossaries of botanical and medical terms, as well as an Illustrated glossary showing flower parts, leaf shapes and leaf arrangements are provided to clarify the terms used in the book. This invaluable guide will help plant enthusiasts identify prominent species in gardens and parks, along roadsides and in easily accessible parts of the countryside.

Author : Elsa Pooley
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 60 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2016-05-12
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781775844976

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First Field Guide to Trees of Southern Africa by Elsa Pooley Pdf

These natural history guides have been developed to encourage young people and anyone with a budding interest in natural history to learn about the wonders of southern Africa's fascinating fauna and flora. They are an invaluable resource for the beginner, providing information at a glance: each of the species presented is described in easy-to-read text, with a photograph and distribution map. A short introduction gives context to the topic. Also available in Afrikaans as Bome van suider-Afrika.

Author : Braam van Wyk
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 492 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2012-06-21
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781920544089

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How to Identify Trees by Braam van Wyk Pdf

This book unravels the mysteries of identifying the 1 800 species of trees in southern Africa. The authors have categorised trees into 43 groups, using easy-to-observe characteristics such as leaf and berry or fruit size and shape, absence or presence of latex, or the presence or absence of thorns. In a logical series of steps, allied to the liberal use of diagrams, maps and images, the layperson or expert is able to quickly and easily isolate the main characteristics of a particular tree, and from there make a positive identification.

Author : Vincent Carruthers
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2017-02-06
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781775844648

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The Wildlife of Southern Africa by Vincent Carruthers Pdf

A field guide to the wildlife of southern Africa, describing over 2,000 plants and animals, with accurate illustrations in full colour. This book has been a trusted fi eld companion for many years. Comprehensively updated, it now features range maps for most groups. The chapters are colour-coded for easy reference, and diagnostic features appear in bold type within the descriptions. Each chapter is written by a leading expert in the field. All the main plant and animal groups are covered: Lower invertebrates, Spiders and other arachnids, Insects, Freshwater fishes, Frogs, Reptiles, Birds, Mammals, Grasses, sedges, ferns and fungi, Wild flowers, Trees

Author : Braam Van Wyk,Piet Van Wyk,Ben-Erik Van Wyk
Publisher : Briza Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Trees
ISBN : 1920217045

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Photo Guide to Trees of Southern Africa by Braam Van Wyk,Piet Van Wyk,Ben-Erik Van Wyk Pdf

An invaluable identification and reference guide to 300 of the more common tree species in the region both native and naturalized

Author : Mike Picker
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 1007 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2012-05-30
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781920572259

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Field Guide to Insects of South Africa by Mike Picker Pdf

This is the first comprehensive field guide to the insect fauna of South Africa, with detailed descriptions of over 1 200 of the most common, most economically and ecologically important, and most interesting and attractive insects in the region. The easy-to-read text is matched with superb photography. Each account covers identification, biology, distribution and related species, and is accompanied by a colour photograph of the species or family.

Author : Richard M. DeGraaf,Paul E. Sendak
Publisher : UPNE
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1584655453

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Native and Naturalized Trees of New England and Adjacent Canada by Richard M. DeGraaf,Paul E. Sendak Pdf

A practical field guide to forest trees of the Northeast

Author : Chris Stuart
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2015-03-27
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781775842668

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Stuarts' Field Guide to Mammals of Southern Africa by Chris Stuart Pdf

Greater southern Africa has a wealth of mammal species, almost 400 – all of which are covered in this fully updated, comprehensive field guide. Now expanded to include species found in Angola, Zambia and Malawi, it has also been extensively revised to include: • the most recent research and taxonomy • revised distribution maps and many new images • colour-coded grouping of families • spoor and size icons • skull photographs, grouped for easy comparison • detailed descriptions of each species, offering insight into key identification characters, typical behaviour, preferred habitat, food choice, reproduction and longevity.

Author : Becker MOLLER
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1920-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1920217770

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Field Guide to the Succulent Euphorbias of Southern Africa by Becker MOLLER Pdf

Author : Ian Sinclair
Publisher : Struik Publishers
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Birds
ISBN : CORNELL:31924090274501

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Ian Sinclair's Field Guide to the Birds of Southern Africa by Ian Sinclair Pdf

Author : Hugh Glen
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2016-08-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781775844709

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Guide to Trees Introduced into Southern Africa by Hugh Glen Pdf

Southern Africa is home to more than 2,000 introduced (not indigenous) trees. These non-native species are encountered daily and form a familiar part of our urban landscapes, growing successfully in parks, gardens, along road sides, and in other open spaces. This guide features nearly 600 of the most common and familiar of these and, using the same model of identification as FG Trees of Southern Africa, facilitates ID based on leaf and stem features. The book provides the country of origin for each species and offers key information on cultivation and uses. Each entry is supported by colour images that depict key features, and a shaded map that shows the plant’s cold tolerance (where the species can grow). An essential guide for landscapers and gardeners as well as tree enthusiasts who will struggle to find these trees in their guide to indigenous trees.

Author : Nico Smit
Publisher : Briza Publications
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Nature
ISBN : STANFORD:36105133319033

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Field Guide to the Acacias of South Africa by Nico Smit Pdf

A must for anyone with an interest in trees or our natural heritage in general.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 338 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Climbing plants
ISBN : STANFORD:36105112640748

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Pocket List of Southern African Indigenous Trees by Anonim Pdf

Pocket list of Southern African indigenous trees is a complete and taxonomically inventory of all trees indigenous to South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho and Swaziland. A must for tree-spotters, plant lovers, gardeners and hikers, this definitive list of tree names and numbers is an aid to identification as well as a check on the correct spelling of botanical and common names. Features of this guide include: Currently accepted scientific names and frequently encountered botanical synonyms for all indigenous trees as well as selected shrubs and woody climbers. Standard and alternative common names in six of the more widely spoken languages in the region, namely Afrikaans, English, Northern Sotho, Tswana, Xhosa and Zulu. Tree numbers for all entries. These are widely used as a handy means of marking trees along hiking trails, in nature reserves and at recreational resorts. Distribution maps u in colour - showing the geographical ranges of the various trees for the whole of southern Africa. Line drawings of selected tree species.

Author : Tony Rebelo
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Nature
ISBN : STANFORD:36105112288761

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Sasol Proteas by Tony Rebelo Pdf

Synonymous with South Africa, proteas form part of a family that includes some 370 species of leucospernums, leucadendrons, serrurias and others. This book describes all known species of Proteaceae in the Cape Floral Kingdom and future afield, and includes diagrammatic quick keys and clear, concise text. Diagnostic features are highlighted, and a distribution map accompanies each species description. For amateur botanists and those who like to ramble in the fynbos.