"Forensic Botany: A Practical Guide" is an accessible introduction to the way in
which botanical evidence is identified, collected and analysed in criminal
cases. Increasingly this form of evidence is becoming more important in forensic
investigation and yet there are few trained botanists able to assist in such
cases. This book is intended to show how useful simple collection methods and
standard plant analysis can be in the course of such investigations and is
written in a clear and accessible manner to enhance understanding of the subject
for the non-specialist.Clearly structured throughout, this book combines well
known collection techniques in a field oriented format that can be