Book ID: 78541
Borthakur, S. K., P. Deka and K. K. Nath
Illustrated Manual of Ferns of Assam. 2000. 221 line - figures. 16 col. pls. 468 p. gr8vo. Hardcover.
Deals with 221 species belonging to 87 genera and 43 families. Keysto families, genera and species, latest nomenclature, detailed botanical description of species, distribution in India and worldwide,ecological adaptation and occurrence of species in Assam. Vernacular names and usages. Critical discussion of phytogeography, rare and endangered elements of the fern flora of Assam, conservation strategies.