Genera Graminum.Grasses of the world. 1986.(Kew Bulletin Additional Series,XIII).24 figs.2 tabs.X,389 p.gr8vo. Paper bd.

This is the first comprehensive modern account of the grass family.New ideas and concepts are incorporated in a classification whichis based on a wide range of disciplines. It provides a complete reassessment of all sub-family, tribal and generic boundaries.An introductory chapter covering morphology, pollination and breeding biology, anatomy and metabolism, ecology and evolution is followed by the taxonomic section. Keys to the 40 tribes and 651 genera are followed by descriptions which draw attention to any intermediate or aberrant species whose accommodation presents difficulties. Also included is a full synonymy, and illustrations are used to demonstrate the basic features of the family and the relationships between genera in each tribe.

Second hand copy. Small stamp inside of front cover. Good condition.