Vascular Epiphytes
Vascular Epiphytes

Author: David H. Benzing

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2008-01-07

Total Pages: 380

ISBN-13: 9780521048958

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This synthesis of the growing body of information from research on epiphytes and their relations with other tropical biota provides a comprehensive overview of basic functions, life history, evolution, and the place of epiphytes in complex tropical communities. Epiphytes comprise more than one-third of the tropical vascular flora in some tropical forests. Growing within tropical forest canopies, epiphytes are subject to severe environmental constraints, and their diverse adaptations make them a rich resource for studies of water balance, nutrition, reproduction and evolution.

The New Zealand Biodiversity Strategy
The New Zealand Biodiversity Strategy

Author: New Zealand. Department of Conservation

Publisher:

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 156

ISBN-13:

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" ... The purpose of the Strategy is to establish a strategic framework for action, to conserve and sustainably use and manage New Zealand's biodiversity. The primary focus is on New Zealand's indigenous biodiversity. However, because of the value and economic importance of much of our introduced biodiversity, the conservation of the genetic resources of our important introduced species is also addressed."--Executive summary.

Vegetation of New Zealand
Vegetation of New Zealand

Author: Peter Wardle

Publisher: CUP Archive

Published: 1991-09-19

Total Pages: 706

ISBN-13: 9780521258739

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A comprehensive account of the vegetation, its origin, ecology, biogeography and community structure.

New Zealand Ferns and Allied Plants
New Zealand Ferns and Allied Plants

Author: P. J. Brownsey

Publisher:

Published: 1989

Total Pages: 220

ISBN-13:

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This essential reference is the only book that covers all ferns and allied plants which can be found in New Zealand. It is highly illustrated and contains botannical, English and Maori names.