Remarkable Trees Of South Africa

Remarkable Trees of South Africa gives the reader a fascinating glimpse into the world of trees from the biggest to the tallest to the oldest trees in South Africa. Written in an easy, anecdotal style, the authors relate in text and photographs the historical, cultural and economical significance of South Africa's trees. The book also includes the authors' selection of the Big Five Trees of South Africa, accounts of the major tree families as well as an overview of trees as monuments and in botanic gardens, parks and arboreta. Anyone with an interest in history and nature and South African flora in particular will find this book a compelling read.