Book Details

• Publisher: Scientific International Pvt. Ltd.

• ISBN: 9789384007904

• Author: T.K. Bhattacharya

• Subject: Agricultural Science

• Language: English

• Binding: Paperback

• Copyright Year: 2016

About the Book

Principles and Problems of Botany offers a detailed examination of the evolution of vascular plants, from the earliest land plants to modern seed-bearing species. This book addresses the need for a revised and natural classification of plants, discarding outdated terms like Pteridophyta and Spermatophyta in favor of the more accurate term Tracheophyta.

The book explores:

• The evolution of vascular plants, including the Lycopsida, Sphenopsida, and Pteropsida

• The development of seed-bearing plants, focusing on Gymnosperms and Angiosperms

• The role of shape development in living organisms and its biological importance

• Recent discoveries regarding the earliest known land plants and their impact on plant classification

This revised edition provides a solid foundation in botany for students, highlighting the latest advancements and classifications in the field.