The present text book of economic Botany deals with the application of botanical Knowledge to the well being of man kind. The most fabulous Study of plants, reveals very interesting and unprecedented chapters in the history. The significance of this group of living Organisms can be well understood by any individual, who may perhaps take time before realising that Paper on which he writes, cloth that he wears, shoes that he wears, Antibiotics that cures his fever and many such products are but Plant products, not only that individuals are benefited but his efforts to increase production of Plants and plant products, raises the dignity of his nation, makes it healthy, wealthy, improves national Economy and what not.
In this book of "Economic Botany" the subject matter has been elaborated and made up to date. A detailed account of the origin and History of almost all the Crop plants (Indian and other parts of the world) has been included. This has been written in simple way and profusely illustrated with photographs and line diagrams to provide the students with maximum, necessary information about useful plants and plant products. The text book is primarily for degree and post-graduate students and also for researchers.
A glossary of Medical terms and Bibliography have been given at the end of the text. A detailed Index is also worked out and given in the last which makes the consultation of the subject easier.
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