Plants of the Pacific Islands
- ISBN-10
- 058254209X
- ISBN-13
- 9780582542099
- Category
- Botany
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1999-01-01
- Publisher
- [email protected]
- Authors
- Neil Taylor, Neil Taylor & Randy Thaman, Randolph R. Thaman
Description
Introduces the physical characteristics and uses of a variety of plants found in the pacific region, including the coconut palm, pawpaw and breadfruit tree. Includes notes for teachers. Suggested level: primary.
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