This book is a comprehensive review of the genera of Ophioglossaceae, the adder's-tongue family, found in tropical East Africa. It presents information on their character, occurrence, habitat, phenotypic variations and distribution of each of the species under these genera.

Phytogeographically isolated from other cacti habitats by 'hostile' environments, Eastern Brazil boasts a high percentage of endemic taxa, making it a discrete area of study and of great importance for conservation. This landmark publication includes 77 full page colour plates and 51 colour maps.

Based on five expeditions to the area by Kew and its Indonesian collaborators, and incorporating records from previous expeditions, A Guide to the Subalpine and Alpine Flora of Mount Jaya is a comprehensive record of the high elevation flora of the tallest mountain in South-East Asia. This book is an indispensable resource for everyone with an interest in the ecological management of New Guinea and the Lorentz World Heritage Area in particular.

Selection of papers on ferns covering morphology, spore wall evolution and gametophyte development, plus a short biography of Richard Holttum.