Contribution to the Flora of Australia (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William Woolls

9780656352012: Contribution to the Flora of Australia (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0656352019 ISBN 13: 9780656352012

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2020

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Explore Australia's plant life through the eyes of a dedicated 19th‑century botanist.

This book collects Woolls’s practical observations on the flora of the Parramatta district, combining field notes, species lists, and reflections on how plants fit into local landscapes. Aimed at readers seeking accessible, community‑level botany, it bridges botany, exploration, and local history.

The volume foregrounds suburban and nearby wild flora, with notes on ferns, orchids, introduced plants, and the Epacrid family. It also discusses the value of lithographic illustrations and the broader effort to popularize Australian plant knowledge for both scholars and curious readers.
What you’ll experience

Guided glimpses into Parramatta’s plant life and surrounding regions.
Context on major plant groups, including ferns, orchids, and Epacrids.
Discussion of how introduced species shape local ecology and collection practice.
References to historical botanical works and the role of illustrations in science.

Ideal for readers of Australian botany, local natural history buffs, and garden enthusiasts seeking a window into 19th‑century field observations.

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