The Morphology Of Angiosperms
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A rigorous work of botanical science, The Morphology of Angiosperms presents a comprehensive and authoritative examination of the structural biology of flowering plants, the most diverse and ecologically dominant group in the plant kingdom. K. R. Sporne systematically details the anatomy, form, and evolutionary relationships of angiosperm organs — from roots and stems to leaves, flowers, and fruits — grounding each topic in both classical morphological theory and mid-twentieth-century research. Written with academic precision, the text instructs advanced students and researchers alike, offering clear explanations of complex structural concepts without sacrificing scientific depth. Sporne argues throughout that a thorough understanding of plant form is inseparable from an understanding of plant evolution, weaving phylogenetic context into every chapter. The result is an indispensable reference that illustrates why morphology remains a foundational discipline in the study of plant biology.
Author: K. R. Sporne
Format: Paperback
Genre: Botany
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A rigorous work of botanical science, The Morphology of Angiosperms presents a comprehensive and authoritative examination of the structural biology of flowering plants, the most diverse and ecologically dominant group in the plant kingdom. K. R. Sporne systematically details the anatomy, form, and evolutionary relationships of angiosperm organs — from roots and stems to leaves, flowers, and fruits — grounding each topic in both classical morphological theory and mid-twentieth-century research. Written with academic precision, the text instructs advanced students and researchers alike, offering clear explanations of complex structural concepts without sacrificing scientific depth. Sporne argues throughout that a thorough understanding of plant form is inseparable from an understanding of plant evolution, weaving phylogenetic context into every chapter. The result is an indispensable reference that illustrates why morphology remains a foundational discipline in the study of plant biology.