Flora of the Venezuelan Guayana, Volume 4, 4

Located in the southeastern half of Venezuela, the Venezuelan Guayana is the core area of what has been called “The Lost World.” It is home to nearly 10,000 species of vascular plants, including many endemic species and genera. The Flora of the Venezuelan Guayana is the first full scientific account of the plants of the region. This volume continues the alphabetical sequence of family treatments, from Caesalpiniaceae to Ericaceae. "Much broader than title suggests, volume is comprised of authoritative and superbly illustrated chapters on geographical and physical features, history of botanical exploration, vegetation, phytogeography, and conservation. Otto Huber is the author of 90 percent of this volume which covers this region covering three states: Amazonas, Bolívar, and Delta Amacuro"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 57.