The Larger Fungi Of Borneo

Slipper Orchids

Gingers Of Peninsular
Malaysia & Singapore


Rafflesia-Magnificent
Flower Of sabah


The Morphology, Anatomy,
Biology & Classification Of
Peninsular Malaysia Bamboos


Pitcher-Plants Of Borneo

Enchanted Gardens Of Kinabalu

The Genus Paphiopedilom

Nepentles Of Borneo

The Plants Of Mount Kinabalu













Portraying some of the many species of the fleshy fungi of Southeast Asia. Those hoping to look for mushrooms, toadstools, bracket fungi, puffballs, cup fungi and jelly fungi will come across species which are unknown to science.  
The Larger Fungi Of Borneo
David N. Pegler
Price : US$ 20.00
Pages : 95
Dimensions : 216. 155. 8. mm
ISBN : 983-812-017-0 CODE : 99/006
 

Slipper orchids of the genus Paphiopedilum vie with pitcher plants and Rafflesia is Borneo's most spectacular and instantly recognisable plants. Most of these Bornean species are naturally rare in the wild. These plants are inevitable to extinction unless habitats are better protected.  
Slipper Orchids
Phillip Cribb
Price : US$ 16.00
Pages : 117
Dimensions : 216. 154. 9. mm
ISBN : 983-812-018-9 CODE : 99/008
 
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Ginger or Zingeber officinale in Greek, or in botanical term Zingiberaceae comprises about 1200 species to which 1000 is found in Tropical Asia. Around 160 of Zingiberaceae species are found in Peninsular Malaysia scattering from the lowlands to the highest elevation. They are rare and very local in distribution and consequently highly vulnerable to endangerment.  
Gingers Of Peninsular Malaysia & Singapore
K. Larsen
Price : US$ 20.00
Pages : 135
Dimensions : 214. 153. 9. mm
ISBN : 983-812-025-1 CODE : 99/011
 
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It is a parasite that consists of tissue strands within the Tetrastigma vines. The flower though smells of rotten meat, has been a symbol of conservation in Sabah, Malaysia. It is facing a threat of being destroyed and will face extinction due to the destruction of the rainforest. Learn more of this magnificent flower Rafflesia, the largest flower in the world.  
Rafflesia-Magnificent Flower Of Sabah
Kamarudin Salleh
Price : US$ 15.00
Pages : 48
Dimensions : 225. 155. 4.5. mm
ISBN : 983-9724-00-2 CODE : 99/022
 
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Studies of ecology and structure of Southeast Asian bamboos in order to find a better understanding of the richness of the plant life. Documents the variation in the structure and habits of bamboos which bear on their botanical classification.  
The Morphology, Anatomy, Biology And Classification Of Peninsular Malaysia Bamboos
K. M. Wong
Price : US$ 40.00
Hard Cover / Pages : 189
Dimensions : 255. 175. 17. mm
ISBN : 983-99033-0-6 CODE : 99/030
 
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Pitcher plant is a carnivorous plant that is able to trap small animals and subsequently break down their remains and absorb various nutrients from them. Borneo is well known for the pitcher plants that come from specialised families of flowering plants. This book depicts these types of extraordinary plants.  
Pitcher-Plants Of Borneo
Anthea Phillips
Price : US$ 38.00
Hard Cover / Pages : 171
Dimensions : 261. 192. 18. mm
ISBN : 983-812-009-x CODE : 99/032
 
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This book is based on the author's diaries -journeying to discover the natural wonders of Borneo. From coral-reefs to mount Kinabalu- Borneo's highest mountain and the joy of seeing a rare spiderhunter at rhododendron flowers or a flock of hornbills.  
Enchanted Gardens Of Kinabalu
Susan M. Phillips
Price : US$ 20.00
Hard Cover / Pages : 164
Dimensions : 262. 189. 18. mm
ISBN : 983-812-006-5 CODE : 99/034
 
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This is the revised edition of the first publication of The Genus Paphiopedilum 11 years ago. In this edition, the author has combined the recent evidence to produce a classification of the genus that is usable, and also consistent with the evidence available. Chapters on hybridisation, cultivation and conservation are also included.  
The Genus Paphiopedilom
Phillip Cribb
Price : US$ 84.00
Hard Cover / Pages : 427
Dimensions : 262. 192. 35. mm
ISBN : 983-812-023-5 CODE : 99/037
 
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This book investigates the Nepenthes of Borneo in detail, treating each of the species, their ecology, where and how they grow, and how they survive and discussing the threats they face. Some of these plants are illustrated here for the first time, and much of the information presented is new to science.  
Nepentles Of Borneo
Charles Clarke
Price : US$ 38.00
Hard Cover / Pages : 207
Dimensions : 261. 191. 20. mm
ISBN : 983-812-015-4 CODE : 99/036

 
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The Plants of Mount Kinabalu 3, enumerates the gymnosperms and non-orchid monocotyledons and is the third write-up to a series of books. This series includes various sections, from history of botanical research on Mount Kinabalu to the classification and evolution of the monocotyledons.  
The Plants Of Mount Kinabalu
John H. Beaman
Price : US$ 55.00
Hard Cover / Pages : 220
Dimensions : 249. 160. 19. mm
ISBN : 983-812-026-X CODE : 99/026
 

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