02841cam a22004093u 4500 54889 UtSlPG 20260610134250.0 m cr n 260607r2017||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 QH Guppy, H. B. (Henry Brougham), 1854-1926 Observations of a Naturalist in the Pacific Between 1896 and 1899, Volume 2 : Plant-Dispersal Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2017 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier v. 2. Plant-dispersal. Release date is 2017-06-11 Produced by Greg Bergquist, Sonya Schermann and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Observations of a Naturalist in the Pacific Between 1896 and 1899, Volume 2" by H. B. Guppy is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on plant dispersal, particularly within the Pacific islands, and discusses the author's extensive observations and experiments on various plant species and their methods of distribution. It aims to unravel the complex relationships between coastal and inland flora, emphasizing the significance of buoyancy in seed dispersal. The opening of the volume introduces the author's dedication to studying the unique floras of Pacific islands from the perspective of plant dispersal. Guppy reflects on his prior experiences and observations, noting how his investigations have evolved over time. He sets the stage for a systematic examination of shore and coastal plants, detailing the principles of buoyancy that affect plant distribution. Furthermore, he highlights the distinction between littoral flora, which is often adapted for dispersal by currents, and inland plants, which generally lack buoyant seeds. This introduction establishes a framework for the detailed botanical studies that will unfold throughout the volume, inviting readers to consider the intricate interactions between plants and their environments. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Phytogeography Seeds -- Dispersal Igneous rocks Igneous rocks -- Fiji -- Vanua Levu Geology -- Fiji -- Vanua Levu Plants -- Pacific Ocean Geology -- Fiji Vanua Levu (Fiji) -- Description and travel Natural history -- Fiji https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54889 95721 95721