Plant Cuttings

Month: November 2023

  • Sourcing a rare book about trees

    Sourcing a rare book about trees

    This version of a critical appraisal of “Rare Trees” by Sara Oldfield & Malin Rivers includes sources for statements made, etc. that were omitted – deliberately – from the previous version.

  • A rare book about trees

    A rare book about trees

    “Rare Trees” by Sara Oldfield and Malin Rivers explores the threats to global tree species, primarily due to human activities, and the ongoing conservation initiatives. Despite documenting imminent extinction risks, the book offers hope through global efforts to save endangered trees.

  • Forensic botany of a murderer’s tree

    Forensic botany of a murderer’s tree

    This post concerns discrepancies in naming of a palo verde tree involved in a 1992 murder case. It highlights the importance of stating sources for scientific names used for such plants.

  • Every tree has a tale to tell

    Every tree has a tale to tell

    “Tree Stories: How Trees Plant Our World and Connect Our Lives” by Stefano Mancuso explores the intricate relationships between trees and humans. Well-written with a blend of science and personal anecdotes, the book comprises chapters focusing on how trees contribute to the celebration of liberty, the design of cities, forensic…