This dictionary clarifies definitions of botanical and related terms in a lucid and easy to understand manner. Cross-references make the meaning of each term crystal clear. It covers a wide spectrum of important terms from biochemistry, soil-science and statistics.
The book also covers both pure and applied aspects of Botany including agriculture and horticulture. It is a comprehensive dictionary that contains major terms and concepts.The book provides useful information for all curious people who like to keep pace with the rapid developments in the field of Botany but are at times confused. It is designed to cater to the needs of the general reader as well as students pursuing higher studies. The dictionary is extremely useful for undergraduate students.

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Contents

Preface — Pgs. 5

1. A — Pgs. 9

2. B — Pgs. 32

3. C — Pgs. 47

4. D — Pgs. 84

5. E — Pgs. 96

6. F — Pgs. 108

7. G — Pgs. 118

8. H — Pgs. 132

9. I — Pgs. 146

10. J — Pgs. 152

11. K — Pgs. 154

12. L — Pgs. 156

13. M — Pgs. 164

14. N — Pgs. 176

15. O — Pgs. 182

16. P — Pgs. 188

17. Q — Pgs. 216

18. R — Pgs. 217

19. S — Pgs. 226

20. T — Pgs. 244

21. U — Pgs. 253

22. V — Pgs. 255

23. W — Pgs. 260

24. X — Pgs. 263

25. Z — Pgs. 264

Appendix-1

Fields of Botany — Pgs. 265 — Pgs. Appendix-2

Top Indian Botanists — Pgs. 269

Appendix-3

Important Discoveries and Scientists’ Names — Pgs. 273

Appendix-4

Famous Botanical Gardens — Pgs. 274

Appendix-5

Indian Botanical Gardens — Pgs. 275

Appendix-6

Fruits and Their Edible Parts — Pgs. 276

Appendix-7

Epicentre — Pgs. 277

Appendix-8

Useful Plants — Pgs. 279

Born: January 23, 1955 in Mainpuri (Uttar Pradesh)
Education: M.A. (Hindi), Ph.D, Sahityalankar
Been associated with Hindi journalism for the last 30 years. Been involved as a writer, sub-editor and assistant editor in the editorial department of the Delhi Press Group of Magazines for the last 21 years. Have been features editor and assistant editor of prominent Hindi dailies like ‘Himalay Darpan,’ ‘Kuber Times,’ and ‘Swatantra Vaarja.’
Has authored more then 30 books in various fields
Awards: Different awards in competitions