A Flora of Manila reveals the plants around the city and how they reach our everyday life.
This comprehensive field guide presents the flora of a coastal region near Manila, focusing on plants that grow naturally in a low‑altitude area and many cultivated forms. The book combines careful observation with a rich record of specimens preserved in a government herbarium, offering practical value for identifying local species.
- Grounded in an extensive survey of a defined urban and peri-urban area, with notes on where plants are found and how they spread.
- Includes detailed species accounts, synonyms, native and common names, and plate references to help with identification.
- Discusses how flowering times can vary by locality and season, giving readers a realistic sense of what to expect in Manila’s climate.
- Helps users distinguish indigenous plants from those introduced or cultivated, using clear indicators.
Ideal for botany students, amateur naturalists, gardeners, and anyone curious about the plants around Manila and nearby lowland regions.