Plants of the Kimberley Region of Western Australia by R J Petheram and B Kok

Book Description

Secondhand. Very good condition. Minor wear to book corners and edges. Minor marks on book foredges. Light foxing to top foredge. Binding and interior are excellent.

The revised and updated edition of the 1983 edition. The difference between this edition and the latest 2003 edition are changes to 50 plant names, and updates to the introductory sections about the Kimberley region and the principles of rangeland management.

The 240 species covered in the book are organised in three sections: grasses and herbs (110), shrubs (40) and trees (90), and constitute a unique flora not dealt with in any other single volume. Colour photographs are used throughout.

The introductory chapters covering the principles of rangeland management are based on the Department of Agriculture of WA'S own experience and research.