Plant Conservation in the Tropics: Perspectives and Practice

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Plant Conservation in the Tropics: Perspectives and Practice
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Mike Maunder
By (author) Colin Clubbe
By (author) Clare Hankamer
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:371
Dimensions(mm): Height 245,Width 155
ISBN/Barcode 9781842460146
ClassificationsDewey:581.70913
Audience
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Royal Botanic Gardens
Imprint Kew Publishing
Publication Date 27 September 2002
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

A textbook for students and conservationists on the most pertinent plant conservation work. Case studies from Africa, Galapagos Islands, Mauritius, Seychelles, Trinidad, Central and South America, South-East Asia and Australia, provide examples of national biodiversity action planning; habitat survey, assessment and management techniques; assessment of species threat and species recovery planning; community participation and assessment of sustainable use; the role of horticulture in species recovery and sustainable management; capacity building including networking and the design of training courses.

Author Biography

Madeline Groves is a professional adviser on international trade and policy. She has coauthored several CITES books including CITES and Cycads, CITES and Cacti, and CITES and Timber.