"Icones Plantarum Indiae Orientalis or Figures of Indian Plants" by Robert Wight, Volume 3 (1846), is a significant botanical work featuring detailed illustrations and descriptions of plants native to India. Robert Wight, a prominent Scottish botanist, dedicated a significant portion of his career to the study of Indian flora. This volume, part of his larger series, offers invaluable insights into the botanical diversity of the region during the 19th century.
The book provides meticulously rendered figures of various plant species, accompanied by scientific descriptions that were crucial for botanical research and classification at the time. This historical work remains an important resource for botanists, historians of science, and anyone interested in the rich natural history of India. Wight's contributions have left a lasting legacy in the field of botany, and this volume exemplifies his dedication to documenting and understanding the plant life of the Indian subcontinent.
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