The Liverworts and Hornworts of Colombia and Ecuador

This book is a comprehensive guide to the liverworts and hornworts of Colombia and Ecuador, featuring keys, descriptions, and illustrations for over 850 species. It includes information on classification, distribution, and habitat, as well as a glossary, bibliography, and index to scientific names.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 723 pages
Publication date: 29 March 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book offers an invaluable resource for identifying and understanding approximately 850 species of liverworts and hornworts found in Colombia and Ecuador. Spanning across 148 genera and 47 families, it provides detailed keys, descriptions, and illustrations for these fascinating plant species. Among the largest genera, Lejeunea stands out with 66 species, followed by Plagiochila with 65, Frullania with 54, Radula with 33, Metzgeria with 33, Cololejeunea with 32, Cheilolejeunea with 30, Bazzania with 26, Drepanolejeunea with 25, Ceratolejeunea with 18, Diplasiolejeunea with 18, and Syzygiella with 18. Each species description includes a concise morphological characterization, highlighting key identification features. Additionally, the book delves into the global distribution, habitat, and conservation status of these plants, providing valuable insights into their ecological significance. Furthermore, the introduction encompasses chapters on the history of exploration, biodiversity, and endemism, as well as a comprehensive classification system. Complementing the text are a glossary, bibliography, and index to scientific names, making it an essential tool for botanists, ecologists, and anyone interested in the study of liverworts and hornworts.

Weight: 1133g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030494520
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021