An Elementary Course of Botany: Structural, Physiological, and Systematic (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Arthur Henfrey

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0260624128 ISBN 13: 9780260624123

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the plant world through practical morphology and clear classification, built for curious readers and students alike.

This edition presents a thorough survey of plant structure, growth, and the ways scientists classify living things. It emphasizes practical learning—how to observe plants, reflect on their form, and organize knowledge for examinations or real-world study.

Readers will find broad coverage that includes general morphology, the anatomy of flowering plants, and the systems used to group plants. The work also revises material on Cryptogamia and adds new physiological and botanical notes, guided by expert editors and modern references.

• Clear explanations of root, stem, leaf, and flower structure with practical observation in mind
• Guided overview of classification systems and natural orders used in botany
• Insights into the distinction between flowering plants and cryptogams
• Illustrative examples and historical context drawn from a long tradition of botanical study

Ideal for readers of science history, students preparing for exams, or anyone seeking a solid, unvarnished introduction to botany.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0260624128
• ISBN 13: 9780260624123
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 760