Species Plantarum, Sections XI-XIII by Carl von Linné
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About this eBook
| Author | Linné, Carl von, 1707-1778 |
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| Title | Species Plantarum, Sections XI-XIII |
| Note | Reading ease score: 44.3 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Species Plantarum, Sections XI-XIII" by Carl von Linné is a scientific publication written in the mid-18th century. This work represents a foundational text in botanical taxonomy, detailing the classification and description of various plant species and their characteristics. The text particularly focuses on the organization of plants based on their reproductive structures, providing a systematic approach to understanding plant diversity. The beginning of this publication sets the stage for an extensive classification of plant species, primarily in sections detailing various genera under different classes such as Dodecandria and Icosandria. Linné outlines specific plant species using a taxonomy that includes descriptive Latin names and additional nomenclature. For instance, the first entries discuss several species of Asarum, giving detailed descriptions of their habitat and defining characteristics, which is indicative of Linné's meticulous approach to botany and plant classification. The text's structured format allows for easy reference and comparison among the listed species, reflecting the scientific rigor and organization that are hallmarks of Linné's work. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Latin |
| LoC Class | QK: Science: Botany |
| Subject | Plants -- Classification -- Early works to 1800 |
| Subject | Plants -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 31010 |
| Release Date | Jan 18, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | May 2, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 65 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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