A Field Book Of The Woody Plants Of Natal And Zululand

This authoritative 1934 botanical field guide by J.S. Henkel, published under the auspices of the Natal University Development Fund Committee, provides a comprehensive survey of the indigenous woody plants native to the regions of Natal and Zululand in South Africa. Henkel, a pioneering South African forester and botanist, presents an accessible and methodically arranged reference designed for both academic study and practical use in the field.

The work includes detailed descriptions, vernacular names, habitat information, and notes on the distribution and ecological value of a wide range of tree and shrub species. With its focus on the unique flora of KwaZulu-Natal, this volume played a significant role in early botanical education, forestry management, and conservation efforts in Southern Africa.

Rich in local knowledge and scientific insight, A Field Book of the Woody Plants of Natal and Zululand remains an important historical text and a foundational reference for those with an interest in South African botany, ethnobotany, forestry, and regional natural history. Its publication by the Natal University Development Fund Committee also reflects the academic and environmental priorities of the time.