This is the only comprehensive account of all eight species in the genus Adansonia. It describes the historical background from the late Roman period to the present. It covers the extraordinary variety of economic uses of baobabs. There are also appendices on vernacular names, gazetteer, economics, nutrition and forest mensuration. This book fills a gap in the botanical literature. It deals with a genus that has fascinated and intrigued scientists and lay persons for centuries.
- ISBN13 9789048176397
- Publish Date 19 October 2010 (first published 1 January 2008)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country NL
- Imprint Springer
- Edition Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2008
- Format Paperback
- Pages 498
- Language English