Eucalyptus / Stephen D. Hopper.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hopper, Stephen D., author.

Series:

Botanical (Reaktion Books (Firm))

Botanical

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Eucalyptus.

Eucalyptus--History.

Physical Description:

255 pages : illustrations (black and white, and colour), maps (some color) ; 22 cm.

Place of Publication:

London : Reaktion Books, 2025.

Summary:

"Eucalypts, iconic to Australia, have shaped art, science and landscapes worldwide. With around nine hundred species, from towering giants to compact mallees, these trees inspire awe and curiosity. Their hardwood has driven industries, sparked protests and even toppled governments. Their aromatic leaves hold healing properties yet fuel devastating wildfires. This book blends Aboriginal knowledge and Western science to uncover the rich natural history, biology and conservation of eucalypts. It explores their evolution, cultural significance and surprising roles in modern life, offering insights into sustainable ways to coexist with these remarkable trees. Featuring stunning photographs from fifty years of fieldwork, this is the first comprehensive review of Aboriginal eucalypt wisdom, paired with cutting-edge scientific discoveries"--Publisher's description.

Contents:

Introduction

Eucalypt dreaming on mainland Australia

Noongar sacred cosmology and eucalypts in Southwest Australia

Tasmania, the European naming of Eucalyptus and Palawa people

Modern species, subspecies and hybrids

Distribution and habitats

The eucalpyt life cycle

How Australia made the eucalypts

Cultivating eucalypts abroad and modern uses

Eucalpyt conservation

Epilogue.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 231-235) and index.

ISBN:

1836391110

9781836391111

OCLC:

1502657599

Publisher Number:

90103497165

CIPO000287147