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Bamboos of Peninsular Malaysia; The (Malayan Forest Records No 41)

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Begonias of Peninsular Malaysia

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Birds of Peninsular Malaysia & Singapore; A Photographic Guide to

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Dragonflies of Peninsular Malaysia & Singapore; A Pocket Guide

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Nepenthes of Sumatra & Peninsular Malaysia

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Phasmids of Peninsular Malaysia & Singapore; A Pocket guide

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Pitcher Plants of Peninsular Malaysia; A guide to the

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The flora of Peninsular Malaysia is incredibly diverse. Many groups of tropical plants, such as orchids, palms, gingers, begonias and balsams are well-known, not just in Malaysia, but around the world. The main reasons for this are that many Malaysian species from these groups are attractive ornamental plants, while others are of considerable economic importance. The pitcher plants (Nepenthes species) represent another conspicuous group of ornamental plants from the region. At present, 10 species of Nepenthes are known to occur in Peninsular Malaysia. Three of these are common wayside plants in some states (such as Johor and Pahang), whereas others are found in just a few small localities, such as the highest peaks in Taman Negara. Wherever they grow, Nepenthes rarely fail to excite the interest and curiosity of people. Despite this, most people know very little about pitcher plants, and most published information is contained in weighty scientific texts which are relatively inaccessible for people who are not trained scientists. The object of this book is to provide a simple, lightweight guide to the pitcher plants of Peninsular Malaysia, which will help to raise public awareness of these plants within the region, promoting the need to conserve this fascinating component of the flora of Malaysia.

Plants: The Encyclopedia of Malaysia (Vol 2)

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Malaysia abounds in botanical riches. About one third of the world’s flowering plants, including at least 2,500 species of flowering trees, are found in Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak. Among these are some of the most fascinating and beautiful plants in the world. Different vegetation types reflect a variety of ecosystems, from the humid lowland rainforest dominated by the family Dipterocarpaceae, to heath forests and large tracts of mangrove forest in Sarawak, and the rich mountain flora of Mount Kinabalu in Sabah. In this volume, we explore this exciting diversity of plants and vegetation which provide us with not only timber, food and medicines, but a variety of other useful products. The first three sections of the volume introduce the reader to the geological history of Malaysia, setting the stage for a description of the country’s diverse habitat and vegetation types and varied plant life forms. The fourth section focuses on the socioeconomic importance of both native and introduced species, and the interaction of plants with people, animals and the environment. The volume concludes with a discussion of the future of Malaysia’s rich plant heritage and its dependence on the delicate balance between conservation and the controlled exploitation of forest resources. Over 750 full-colour illustrations, including specially commissioned drawings prepared under the guidance of experts from the various botanical fields, complement the text, which is written by a number of well-known botanists and foresters.

Stick & Leaf Insects of Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore; An Illustrated Guide to the

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Termites of Peninsular Malaysia (Malayan Forest Records No 36)

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