Plant Hunters in the Andes

Second-Hand. Published by: Neville Spearman Ltd,. An ex Library hardback with the usual markings,otherwise in clean, undamaged condition, minus the dust jacket. The book describes 2 botanical expeditions to the Andes region. Particular attention is given the searches for native species and variants of the tobacco family (Nicotiana) as well as the search for new plants of potential scientific, ornamental and agricultural significance. Most later editions deal with a further 4 expeditions undertaken after the time of this volume’s publication.