Exotic Subtropical Trees in Durban – A Guide for the Layman by Louis Paola

Exotic Subtropical Trees in Durban: A Guide for the Layman by Louis Paola is an attractive and informative guide celebrating the remarkable diversity of exotic tree species thriving in Durban’s subtropical climate. Published in 1998 for the Parks Department of the City of Durban, this well-illustrated reference introduces readers to many unusual and spectacular trees that have become established throughout Durban’s parks, gardens and public spaces.

Written for the general reader rather than the specialist botanist, the book combines accessible descriptions with colour photographs to help identify each species while providing details of its origin, botanical name, family and examples of where specimens can be found within Durban. Exotic Subtropical Trees in Durban highlights the city’s unique botanical heritage and demonstrates why Durban is regarded as one of the world’s finest subtropical urban environments for exotic trees.

Louis Paola’s photographs and straightforward writing make this an excellent introduction for gardeners, landscapers, students, nature enthusiasts and visitors wishing to explore Durban’s remarkable urban forest. Exotic Subtropical Trees in Durban also serves as a useful local reference for botanists, arborists and collectors of South African botanical literature.

Increasingly difficult to find, this first edition is a desirable addition to collections focusing on South African flora, horticulture, conservation, Durban history and botanical gardens.

Condition – Near Fine 1998 Paperback.

Covers remain bright and clean with minimal shelf wear. Internally crisp and sound with only light foxing to the end matter. A very well-preserved copy.