Plant Messiah: Adventures in Search of the World's Rarest Species

Carlos Magdalena of Kew Gardens is a botanical horticulturist on a mission to save the world's most endangered plants from destruction and thieves. He has a miraculous ability to bring breathtakingly beautiful plants back from the brink of extinction, using pioneering techniques to help them grow.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 05 April 2018
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Carlos Magdalena of Kew Gardens is a botanical horticulturist who stands out from the ordinary. He is on a mission to protect the world's most endangered plants from destruction and the hands of thieves who target wealthy collectors. He is revered as a plant savior.

Carlos possesses a remarkable talent for reviving breathtakingly beautiful plants that are on the verge of extinction. He has ventured to the most remote and treacherous regions of the world, including the Peruvian mountains, isolated Indian Ocean islands, and the vast Australian outback, in search of the rarest and exotic species. Upon his return to Kew's Tropical Nursery, he employs innovative and unconventional techniques to aid their growth.

Now, Carlos is here to share his message. The Plant Messiah is the captivating tale of a man who has dedicated his life to rescuing incredible species, all in the pursuit of creating a greener and more joyful planet. It is a testament to his unwavering commitment and bravery.

Weight: 196g
Dimension: 197 x 130 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241979297