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Plantae Wilsonianae :an enumeration of the woody plants collected in western China for the Arnold arboretum of Harvard university during the years 1907, 1908, and 1910

Synopsis

Title: Plantar Wilsonianae
Author/Publisher: Charles Sprague Sargent, Bishen Singh Mahendra Pal Singh
Publication Year: 1984
Format: Three Volume Hardcover set

Charles Sprague Sargent's *Plantar Wilsonianae* is a monumental work in natural history, specifically botany, focusing on the rich and diverse woody flora of China. This three-volume set, published in 1984, presents a detailed enumeration of these significant plant discoveries.

The publication meticulously documents the botanical collections made during pioneering expeditions to western China. These explorations, conducted under the auspices of the Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University in 1907, 1908, and 1910, were crucial in expanding Western knowledge of East Asian plant species and their distribution.

• Pioneering Botanical Expeditions: Chronicles the results of scientific plant-hunting expeditions to western China, detailing the species discovered and collected by intrepid botanists in the early 20th century, which significantly broadened global botanical understanding.
• Comprehensive Enumeration of Woody Plants: Provides a systematic and detailed listing of the woody plant specimens, offering in-depth insights into their classification, characteristics, and geographical distribution within China.
• The Arnold Arboretum's Legacy: Highlights the instrumental role of Harvard University's Arnold Arboretum in sponsoring and organising these pivotal botanical surveys, demonstrating their lasting contribution to plant science.

As an original, vintage non-fiction work in natural history, this three-volume set offers adults a comprehensive and enduring record of botanical exploration in China. Its connection to the Arnold Arboretum and the pioneering plant hunters makes it a fascinating and valuable acquisition for serious collectors and enthusiasts of botanical literature.

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