Useful Trees Of East Africa

Author : Najma Dharani
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 51,5 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 : Rudolphe Lemmens
Publisher : BoD - Books on Demand
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2023-07-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782322210725

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Useful Trees of East Africa by Rudolphe Lemmens Pdf

Useful trees of East Africa, is the second book of the author on indigenous trees for the East African region. The first book, Growth and Cultivation of 85 Indigenous Trees of Uganda, published in 2010 is out of print. This new version describes 130 mostly indigenous species of Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania. Special attention is given to services of the trees to humans and the environment. It includes a complete botanical description, wood properties, wood products, propagation, management, and distribution of the trees. For identification purposes icons are used, local and botanical names are provided, as more than 500 pictures of the trees, made by the author.

Author : Najma Dharani
Publisher : Struik Publishers
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Acacia
ISBN : 1770071741

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Field Guide to Acacias of East Africa by Najma Dharani Pdf

This title is a field guide to all 62 of the acacia tree species occurring in the East African region, namely Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 524 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Multipurpose shrubs
ISBN : STANFORD:36105122284362

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Useful Trees and Shrubs for Kenya by Anonim Pdf

Author : Quentin Luke,Henk Beentje
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2020-05-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1775845494

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100 Trees to See on Safari in East Africa by Quentin Luke,Henk Beentje Pdf

Focuses on 100 common trees that can be seen in East Africa's parks and reserves. A brief introduction to the region and its habitats is followed by concise species descriptions highlighting key ID features such as bark, leaves, flowers and fruit, and commercial and traditional uses; entries are grouped by habitat and incorporate some 400 images.

Author : James Kalema,Alan Hamilton
Publisher : CABI
Page : 291 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2020-06-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781789245271

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Field Guide to the Forest Trees of Uganda by James Kalema,Alan Hamilton Pdf

This book is a guide for the identification of the indigenous forest trees of Uganda. It will be useful for those who wish to contribute towards the conservation of the forests or to plant indigenous trees. Information is provided on how to propagate and cultivate about 80 of the most valuable species. The book will be invaluable for botanists, foresters, rural development workers and members of the general public concerned about contributing to conservation and sustainable development in Uganda. Many of the species grow in neighbouring countries, so the book has relevance there too.

Author : A. B. Katende,Ann Birnie,Bo Tengnäs
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 744 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Multipurpose shrubs
ISBN : MINN:31951D01416830E

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Useful Trees and Shrubs for Uganda by A. B. Katende,Ann Birnie,Bo Tengnäs Pdf

Author : Braam van Wyk
Publisher : Penguin Random House South Africa
Page : 732 pages
File Size : 41,5 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 : Terry Stevenson,John Fanshawe
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 624 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2020-11-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781472986627

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Field Guide to the Birds of East Africa by Terry Stevenson,John Fanshawe Pdf

This spectacular new edition of the best-selling Helm field guide of all time covers all resident, migrant and vagrant species found in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi. Over 1,300 species are illustrated with full details of all the plumages and major races likely to be encountered. Concise text describes the identification, status, range, habits and voice, with fully updated range maps for each species. This authoritative book will not only be an indispensable guide to the visiting birder, but also a vital tool for those engaged in work to conserve and study the avifauna of the region – East Africa shelters a remarkable diversity of birds, many seriously endangered with small and vulnerable ranges.

Author : Azene Bekele-Tesemma,Bo Tengnäs
Publisher : Relma in Icraf Project
Page : 572 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Gardening
ISBN : STANFORD:36105124255626

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Useful Trees and Shrubs of Ethiopia by Azene Bekele-Tesemma,Bo Tengnäs Pdf

Author : National Research Council,Policy and Global Affairs,Development, Security, and Cooperation
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 378 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2006-10-27
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780309164542

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Lost Crops of Africa by National Research Council,Policy and Global Affairs,Development, Security, and Cooperation Pdf

This report is the second in a series of three evaluating underexploited African plant resources that could help broaden and secure Africa's food supply. The volume describes the characteristics of 18 little-known indigenous African vegetables (including tubers and legumes) that have potential as food- and cash-crops but are typically overlooked by scientists and policymakers and in the world at large. The book assesses the potential of each vegetable to help overcome malnutrition, boost food security, foster rural development, and create sustainable landcare in Africa. Each species is described in a separate chapter, based on information gathered from and verified by a pool of experts throughout the world. Volume I describes African grains and Volume III African fruits.

Author : T. R. McClanahan,T. P. Young
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 482 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Biotic communities
ISBN : 9780195108170

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East African Ecosystems and Their Conservation by T. R. McClanahan,T. P. Young Pdf

East Africa is one of the most diverse and interesting tropical area on the planet. It is home not only to the last great megafaunal assemblage, but also to human populations with the highest growth rates. This book draws on the expertise of leading ecologists, each intimately familiar with a particular set of East African ecosystems, to provide the first in-depth and integrated account of the ecology, management, threats, and conservation of these diverse ecosystems. Summarizing the tremendous wealth of scientific research that has come out of East Africa in the last few decades, each chapter analyzes a given ecosystem type, taking the reader through the basics of its ecology, its historical use (and misuse) by humans, and its prospects for conservation. Throughout the book, linkages and similarities among ecosystems are emphasized, the historical and contemporary role of humans in shaping these ecosystems is considered, fundamental principles of ecology are considered, and interesting case studies are highlighted. Students and researchers in ecology, conservation biology, and environmental sciences will find this book useful in their work.

Author : L. P. Mbuya
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 568 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Multipurpose shrubs
ISBN : MINN:31951D012705689

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Useful Trees and Shrubs for Tanzania by L. P. Mbuya Pdf

Author : J. O. Kokwaro
Publisher : University of Nairobi Press
Page : 22 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9789966846846

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Medicinal Plants of East Africa by J. O. Kokwaro Pdf

Medicinal Plants of East Africa is a revised edition of the book first published in 1976 on herbal remedies and he traditional medical practice of East Africa. The book covers the rich diversity of plants found in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, from sea to alpine plants. East Africa also has a rich ethnic diversity and a large number of herbalists whose traditional knowledge and practices are also covered in the book. Over 1500 species are described and for the first time over 200 of these herbs have been illustrated. Also included are maps detailing where the herbs were collected and an ethnographic map detailing the tribes of each herbalist whose knowledge is contained in the book. John Kokwaro is an Eminent Professor of Botany and a research specialist on herbal remedies at the University of Nairobi.

Author : Kokwaro, John O.
Publisher : University of Nairobi Press
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2015-03-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9789966792242

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Classification of East African Crops by Kokwaro, John O. Pdf

Classification of East African Crops is a revised modern version of a book first published in 1979. It is a handbooks grouping the crops, timber, and common ornamental plants found in East Africa into 26 classes. The plants are discussed under two broad categories, namely, usage and commercial classifications. the Type A group of plants, based on usage classification, has 19 classes including the famous categories such as cereals, fruits, vegetables, legumes, oil crops, fiber crops, and forage and fodder plants amongst others. The Type B group, based on commercial use of the plants, covers food crops, cash crops, commercial horticultural crops, forbidden crops (drug plants), and bee forage or useful plants for honey bees. Each class has a full or brief discussion of the crops or useful plants grown in modern East Africa covering Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi. The most important part of the handbooks is the list of all major and minor crops and useful plants in each class containing the English or trade names, the botanical names, and the families to which they belong. The book has over 70 selected colour plates illustrating different crops and other useful plants. It is an excellent handbook for university and college scholars, students, and researchers in agriculture, forestry, environment, and animal husbandry.