Photographic Guide to Trees of Southern Africa – Braam, Piet & Ben-Erik van Wyk

Photographic Guide to Trees of Southern Africa is one of the finest modern field guides to the indigenous and naturalised trees of southern Africa, making it an indispensable reference for botanists, conservationists, students, hikers, game rangers, birders, landscapers and nature enthusiasts. Written by renowned botanists Braam van Wyk, Piet van Wyk and Ben-Erik van Wyk, this beautifully illustrated first edition provides authoritative identification information for approximately 300 of the region’s most commonly encountered tree species.

Featuring over 920 full-colour photographs, the guide illustrates each species through its overall growth form, bark, leaves, flowers and fruit, enabling accurate identification both in the field and at home. Detailed distribution maps, habitat preferences, practical uses, diagnostic identification features and comparisons with similar species make Photographic Guide to Trees of Southern Africa far more than a simple picture book. The introductory chapters covering southern African biomes, tree architecture, medicinal and poisonous trees, timber uses and ecological relationships further enhance its value as a comprehensive reference.

Published by Briza Publications in 2000, this work has become a respected and sought-after guide among collectors of southern African natural history, botany and field guides. Whether carried on safari, used for botanical studies or displayed in a reference library, Photographic Guide to Trees of Southern Africa remains one of the standard works on the trees of the region.

Condition – Good

First edition (2000) paperback. Covers show light general shelf wear consistent with age and use. There is an elaborate gift inscription in ink on the title page. The remainder of the book is clean, tightly bound and free from other notable defects, making it an excellent reading and reference copy.