Author: Ameenah Gurib-Fakim
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Afrika
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
An Illustrated Guide to the Flora of Mauritius & the Indian Ocean Islands
Author: Ameenah Gurib-Fakim
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Afrika
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Afrika
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
Novel Plant Bioresources
Author: Ameenah Gurib-Fakim
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118460588
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 1141
Book Description
Novel Plant Bioresources: Applications in Food, Medicine and Cosmetics serves as the definitive source of information on under-utilized plant species, and fills a key niche in our understanding of the relationship of human beings with under-utilized plants. By covering applications in food, medicine and cosmetics, the book has a broad appeal. In a climate of growing awareness about the perils of biodiversity loss, the world is witnessing an unprecedented interest in novel plants, which are increasingly prized for their potential use in aromas, dyes, foods, medicines and cosmetics. This book highlights these plants and their uses. After an introductory section which sets the scene with an overview of the historical and legislative importance of under-utilized plants, the main four parts of the book are dedicated to the diverse potential application of novel plant bioresources in Food, Medicine, Ethnoveterinary Medicine and Cosmetics. Examples and contributors are drawn from Africa, Europe, the USA and Asia. The economic, social, and cultural aspects of under-utilized plant species are addressed, and the book provides a much needed boost to the on-going effort to focus attention on under-utilized plant species and conservation initiatives. By focusing on novel plants and the agenda for sustainable utilization, Novel Plant Bioresources highlights key issues relevant to under-utilized plant genetic resources, and brings together international scholars on this important topic.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118460588
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 1141
Book Description
Novel Plant Bioresources: Applications in Food, Medicine and Cosmetics serves as the definitive source of information on under-utilized plant species, and fills a key niche in our understanding of the relationship of human beings with under-utilized plants. By covering applications in food, medicine and cosmetics, the book has a broad appeal. In a climate of growing awareness about the perils of biodiversity loss, the world is witnessing an unprecedented interest in novel plants, which are increasingly prized for their potential use in aromas, dyes, foods, medicines and cosmetics. This book highlights these plants and their uses. After an introductory section which sets the scene with an overview of the historical and legislative importance of under-utilized plants, the main four parts of the book are dedicated to the diverse potential application of novel plant bioresources in Food, Medicine, Ethnoveterinary Medicine and Cosmetics. Examples and contributors are drawn from Africa, Europe, the USA and Asia. The economic, social, and cultural aspects of under-utilized plant species are addressed, and the book provides a much needed boost to the on-going effort to focus attention on under-utilized plant species and conservation initiatives. By focusing on novel plants and the agenda for sustainable utilization, Novel Plant Bioresources highlights key issues relevant to under-utilized plant genetic resources, and brings together international scholars on this important topic.
Underexplored Medicinal Plants from Sub-Saharan Africa
Author: Namrita Lall
Publisher: Academic Press
ISBN: 0128168218
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
Underexplored Medicinal Plants from Sub-Saharan Africa: Plants with Therapeutic Potential for Human Health examines a comprehensive selection of rarely explored plants that have been underestimated for their therapeutic value. The book contains monographs of medicinal plants, outlining their botanical description, geographical distribution, ethnobotanical usage, chemical constituents, sample and standard preparations and methods, and pharmacological properties. With expert contributors from South Africa, Mauritius, Seychelles, Cameroon and Nigeria, and the compilation of ethnobotanical, taxonomic and pharmacologic information for each species, this book is a valuable resource for researchers, academics in pharmacology, ethnopharmacology, medicinal plant sciences, and more. - Explores the therapeutic potential of a comprehensive selection of underexplored and underutilized medicinal plants in sub-Sahara Africa - Provides a summary table of structures of any known natural products, including details of plant source (chapter) and observed activity (e.g. anticancer, antibacterial) - Includes contributions from experts from South African, Mauritius, Seychelles, Cameroon and Nigeria
Publisher: Academic Press
ISBN: 0128168218
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
Underexplored Medicinal Plants from Sub-Saharan Africa: Plants with Therapeutic Potential for Human Health examines a comprehensive selection of rarely explored plants that have been underestimated for their therapeutic value. The book contains monographs of medicinal plants, outlining their botanical description, geographical distribution, ethnobotanical usage, chemical constituents, sample and standard preparations and methods, and pharmacological properties. With expert contributors from South Africa, Mauritius, Seychelles, Cameroon and Nigeria, and the compilation of ethnobotanical, taxonomic and pharmacologic information for each species, this book is a valuable resource for researchers, academics in pharmacology, ethnopharmacology, medicinal plant sciences, and more. - Explores the therapeutic potential of a comprehensive selection of underexplored and underutilized medicinal plants in sub-Sahara Africa - Provides a summary table of structures of any known natural products, including details of plant source (chapter) and observed activity (e.g. anticancer, antibacterial) - Includes contributions from experts from South African, Mauritius, Seychelles, Cameroon and Nigeria
Marin Flora
Author: John Thomas Howell
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 9780520005785
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 410
Book Description
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 9780520005785
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 410
Book Description
Guide to Standard Floras of the World
Author: David G. Frodin
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9781139428651
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1136
Book Description
This 2001 book provides a selective annotated bibliography of the principal floras and related works of inventory for vascular plants. The second edition was completely updated and expanded to take into account the substantial literature of the late twentieth century, and features a more fully developed review of the history of floristic documentation. The works covered are principally specialist publications such as floras, checklists, distribution atlases, systematic iconographies and enumerations or catalogues, although a relatively few more popularly oriented books are also included. The Guide is organised in ten geographical divisions, with these successively divided into regions and units, each of which is prefaced with a historical review of floristic studies. In addition to the bibliography, the book includes general chapters on botanical bibliography, the history of floras, and general principles and current trends, plus an appendix on bibliographic searching, a lexicon of serial abbreviations, and author and geographical indexes.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9781139428651
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1136
Book Description
This 2001 book provides a selective annotated bibliography of the principal floras and related works of inventory for vascular plants. The second edition was completely updated and expanded to take into account the substantial literature of the late twentieth century, and features a more fully developed review of the history of floristic documentation. The works covered are principally specialist publications such as floras, checklists, distribution atlases, systematic iconographies and enumerations or catalogues, although a relatively few more popularly oriented books are also included. The Guide is organised in ten geographical divisions, with these successively divided into regions and units, each of which is prefaced with a historical review of floristic studies. In addition to the bibliography, the book includes general chapters on botanical bibliography, the history of floras, and general principles and current trends, plus an appendix on bibliographic searching, a lexicon of serial abbreviations, and author and geographical indexes.
Journey to Mauritius
Author: Bernardin de Saint-Pierre
Publisher: Signal Books
ISBN: 9781902669496
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 302
Book Description
Structured into a series of letters, this book was received with hostility when first published in 1773. An introduction sets this travel account in its historical context, discussing Bernadin's life and ideas. It also explores his contribution to travel writing and relevence to modern-day Mauritius.
Publisher: Signal Books
ISBN: 9781902669496
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 302
Book Description
Structured into a series of letters, this book was received with hostility when first published in 1773. An introduction sets this travel account in its historical context, discussing Bernadin's life and ideas. It also explores his contribution to travel writing and relevence to modern-day Mauritius.
An Illustrated Guide to British Upland Vegetation
Author: Alison Averis
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781784270155
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The first comprehensive, single book on plant communities in the British uplands, providing concise descriptions of all currently recognised British upland vegetation types. The book brings together all of the upland communities described in the National Vegetation Classification.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781784270155
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The first comprehensive, single book on plant communities in the British uplands, providing concise descriptions of all currently recognised British upland vegetation types. The book brings together all of the upland communities described in the National Vegetation Classification.
ILLUSTRATED HISTORY OF BUTTERFLIES OF THE AFROTROPICAL INDIAN OCEAN ISLANDS
Author: JAMES M.. WILLIAMS LAWRENCE (MARK C.)
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781838152833
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781838152833
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Subject Catalog
Author: Library of Congress
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Catalogs, Subject
Languages : en
Pages : 1044
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Catalogs, Subject
Languages : en
Pages : 1044
Book Description
Library of Congress Catalogs
Author: Library of Congress
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1054
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1054
Book Description