Download or read book Plants of the Klein Karoo written by Jan Vlok and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 568 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Plants of the Klein Karoo written by and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 571 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Fat Plants and Thin Plants written by Margaret Herron and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Veld Medicine from the Klein Karoo written by Salomie De Jager and published by . This book was released on 2010* with total page 97 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Taste the Little Karoo written by Beate Joubert and published by Penguin Random House South Africa. This book was released on 2015-11-21 with total page 461 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Little Karoo is known for its beautiful landscapes, food traditions and warm, hospitable people. In Taste the Little Karoo, Beate Joubert captures the essence of this region and its people through her cooking, which puts a quirky twist on classic or traditional dishes. The recipes cover snacks, side dishes, breads, soups, salads, hearty meat dishes and braai recipes, as well as delicious desserts and sweet treats. There are also recipes for the pantry featuring chutneys, pesto and tapenade. The recipes and beautiful photographs will inspire readers to be creative in the kitchen, whether they are cooking for family or entertaining guests.
Download or read book Plants of the Baviaanskloof written by Douglas Euston-Brown and published by Penguin Random House South Africa. This book was released on 2023-02-16 with total page 1674 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tucked away in the southwestern corner of the Eastern Cape lies a narrow valley, flanked by the Baviaanskloof and Kouga mountain ranges. Named after the chacma baboons that long ago made this 200-km-long kloof their home, the Baviaanskloof is part of the Cape Floral Region World Heritage Site. It is a meeting point of several different ecosystems, with almost all of South Africa’s eight biomes represented, making for a remarkable diversity of species, including many endemics. Plants of the Baviaanskloof describes well over 1,000 plant species. It includes: An introduction covering the geological history, climate and vegetation types of the region. Detailed family and genus descriptions, including species counts. Succinct descriptions of each plant species with full-colour photographs. Species common names in several South African languages (where available). Compiled over more than two decades, Plants of the Baviaanskloof is sure to become an enduring record of the diversity of plant life found here. The only botanical guide for this area, it is a must for botanists, gardeners, road-trippers, hikers, travellers and all who have a deep interest in plants. Sales points: Presents over 1,000 plant species. Easy ID with full-colour photos of all featured species. Accessible descriptions of plant species. Detailed illustrations unpack intricate botanical information.
Download or read book The Vegetation of South Africa Lesotho and Swaziland written by M. C. Rutherford and published by . This book was released on 2006-01-01 with total page 807 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Stapeliads of Southern Africa and Madagascar written by Peter V. Bruyns and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Field Guide to Renosterveld of the Overberg written by Odette Curtis-Scott and published by Penguin Random House South Africa. This book was released on 2020-08-01 with total page 1970 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Part of the Fynbos biome, Renosterveld is one of the world’s most threatened vegetation types, with just 5% of its original extent remaining. Focusing specifically on the Renosterveld of the Overberg region in the Western Cape, this field guide is the first of its kind to cover this highly endangered ecosystem, characterised by nutrient-rich soil which has been exploited for agriculture. An in-depth introduction sets the scene, defining what Renosterveld is and giving some historical background to the ecology of the area. The plants section follows, featuring over 980 plant species from the common and ‘showy’ to the weird, obscure and often-overlooked. A shorter section of 140 animal species showcases the diversity of creatures found here despite severe habitat loss and fragmentation. Additional features include a glossary with supporting illustrations, guidelines for landowners and farmers, and a comprehensive index. Field Guide to Renosterveld of the Overberg promises to be an enduring record of this unique and severely threatened ecosystem. It will be a vital addition to any nature lover’s bookshelf. Sales points: Comprehensive coverage of Renosterveld species, identification at a glance, full-colour photographs of all species described, expert author team.
Download or read book Plant Inventory written by and published by . This book was released on 1967 with total page 944 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Plant Inventory written by Agricultural Research Center, Beltsville, Md and published by . This book was released on 1967 with total page 970 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Regions of Floristic Endemism in Southern Africa written by Braam Van Wyk and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The floristic diversity in southern Africa is not only one of the region's greatest natural assets, but also one of the botanical wonders of the world. Here, South of the Cunene-Zambezi rivers, more than 10% of all vascular plants (over 30,000 species), including more than 46% of all succulents, are found on about 2.5% of the world's land surface area. Moreover, at least 60% of these species are strictly confined (endemic) to the region.
Download or read book Memoir of the Botanical Survey of South Africa written by Botanical Survey of South Africa and published by . This book was released on 1919 with total page 968 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book How to Identify Trees in Southern Africa written by Braam van Wyk and published by Penguin Random House South Africa. This book was released on 2019-05-01 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book’s title says it all! Now in an updated second edition, it provides a clear understanding of how trees are constructed and what to look for when identifying a tree. The book is divided into two parts: Part 1 describes and clearly illustrates the different parts of a tree and their role in tree identification. Part 2 features a key to 43 tree groups, based on easy-to-observe stem and leaf features. It carefully outlines each group and the southern African tree families represented in the different groups. Numerous colour photographs and explanatory illustrations support the text, making this an accessible and easy-to-use guide. How to Identify Trees in Southern Africa will equip readers with a sound understanding of how trees work and what to look for in order to make a positive ID. Sales points: Clear and explanatory introduction to tree identification; includes a tried and tested key to tree groups based on easy-to-observe features; new edition – updated to reflect latest taxonomic changes; ideal companion to field guides to trees.
Download or read book Terrestrial Ecoregions of Africa and Madagascar written by and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As part of a global effort to identify those areas where conservation measures are needed most urgently, World Wildlife Fund has assembled teams of scientists to conduct ecological assessments of all five continents. Terrestrial Ecoregions of Africa and Madagascar is the latest contribution, presenting in a single volume the first comprehensive assessment of biodiversity patterns, threats to biodiversity, and resulting conservation priorities across the African continent and its islands. Looking at biodiversity and threats in terms of biological units rather than political units, the book offers a comprehensive examination of African biodiversity across all biomes and multiple taxonomic groups. In addition to the seven main chapters, the book includes twenty essays by regional experts that provide more depth on key issues, as well as nine detailed appendixes that present summary data used in the analyses, specific analytical methodologies, and a thorough text description for each of Africa's 119 terrestrial ecoregions. Terrestrial Ecoregions of Africa and Madagascar provides a blueprint for conservation action and represents an unparalleled guide for investments and activities of conservation agencies and donor organizations.
Download or read book Succulent Flora of Southern Africa written by Doreen Court and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2000-06-01 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practical guide describes the stage by stage development of a new method for predicting the penetration rate (PR) and the advance rate (AR) for tunnel boring machines based on an expanded version of the Q-value, Qtbm.The book also looks at logging methods and tunnel support design.
Download or read book Flowering Plants Eudicots written by Klaus Kubitzki and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2007-04-24 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this volume treatments are offered for 52 families containing 432 genera belonging to 13 eudicot orders, many of which have recently been newly designed; four families remain unassigned to order. Emphasis is on the early-diverging eudicots and basal core eudicots. The wealth of information contained in this volume will make it an important source of reference for both the scholar and the practitioner in the fields of pure and applied plant sciences.
