The Genus Coprosma by W. R. B. Oliver
$29.00
The Genus Coprosma is an important early botanical monograph by New Zealand botanist W. R. B. Oliver, devoted to the taxonomy and distribution of the genus Coprosma across New Zealand and the Pacific.
Published in 1935 as Bernice P. Bishop Museum Bulletin 132, the work remains a significant reference in Pacific botany and the study of the Rubiaceae family. It includes extensive botanical descriptions, references, an index and numerous scientific plates.
Edition details:
- Author: W. R. B. Oliver
- Publisher: Bernice P. Bishop Museum, Honolulu, Hawaii
- Series: Bernice P. Bishop Museum Bulletin 132
- Issued: 6 May 1935
- Format: Softcover botanical monograph
- Pagination: 207 pages plus 59 plates
- Language: English
Condition: Fair to good vintage condition. The paper wrappers show age toning, rubbing, creasing, edge wear and small losses at the corners. There are institutional stamps and markings, including New Zealand Government and N.Z.G.S. Palaeobotany stamps. The internal pages appear clean and firmly bound overall, with normal age-related wear.
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Type: NZ NON FICTION
Category: 1935, B0019, BERNICE P BISHOP MUSEUM, BOOKS, BOTANICAL MONOGRAPH, BOTANY, COPROSMA, EX LIBRARY, NEW ZEALAND, NZ NON FICTION, PACIFIC, REFERENCE, RUBIACEAE, TAXONOMY, VINTAGE
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