Hong Kong Native Plants Illustrated Guide (Bilingual Edition)

This illustrated guide is the first volume in the "Hu Shiu Ying Herbarium Scientific Illustration Series." It presents a fusion of scientific illustration and artistic botanical line drawings, offering a detailed introduction to 20 native Hong Kong plant species. The intricate scientific drawings and precise, identification-level descriptions also serve as valuable reference material for identifying plant varieties. Among the 20 native species featured, 15 are rare and endangered, making this guide exceptionally important for Hong Kong's plant conservation efforts and of significant value to botanists, plant enthusiasts, and illustrators. This beautifully illustrated guide presents a carefully curated collection of 20 plant species native to Hong Kong, with scientific, detailed pen and ink illustrations and morphological descriptions, providing important reference materials for species authentication. Of the 20 species selected, 15 are rare and endangered species, making this guide of special importance for plant preservation in Hong Kong, as well as for botanists, plant lovers, and illustrators. Related Products (Suitable for Education): Hong Kong Native Plants Game Cards - STEAM Edition https://hk.pinkoi.com/product/hXzFahJn Full Title: Botanical Illustrated Guide to Hong Kong Native Plants ISBN:978-988-237-270-2 Binding: Hardcover Language: Bilingual (Chinese & English) Pages: 312 Dimensions: 280 x 195 x 25 mm **Author & Editor Biographies** Wai-tai LIU (Author) Curator, Hu Shiu Ying Herbarium, School of Life Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Dr. Liu is a botanist who has participated in numerous research projects on plant taxonomy, herbal medicine identification, and pharmacology. He currently serves as the Curator of the Hu Shiu Ying Herbarium at the School of Life Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, where he is responsible for managing the "Hong Kong Flora and Vegetation Project." Dr. Liu's research and teaching encompass plant taxonomy, biodiversity, and traditional Chinese medicine identification. Manni LEE (Author & Botanical Illustrator) Research Assistant, Hu Shiu Ying Herbarium, School of Life Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Graduated from the Department of Journalism and Communication at Hong Kong Chu Hai College and currently pursuing a Master of Science in Environmental Management at The University of Hong Kong. She currently works at the Hu Shiu Ying Herbarium, School of Life Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, primarily responsible for scientific illustration, botanical STEAM education programs, and botanical research projects. Born in a small village, she was inspired by a wampi tree planted in front of her home as a child, captivated by the vitality of nature. This led her to begin experimenting with plants as subjects for her art, hoping to capture the beauty she saw. After joining the herbarium, she had the privilege of encountering the scientific illustrations by Professors Hsiao-lien Tseng and Ping Ma, which made her realize the importance of scientific illustration in plant identification. Thus, she hopes to pass on the passion for plant classification of her predecessors through the creation of this guide. Amy WONG (Author & Botanical Illustrator) Research Assistant, Hu Shiu Ying Herbarium, School of Life Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Graduated from the Department of Environmental Science at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, where she participated in nature education work during her studies. She currently works at the Hu Shiu Ying Herbarium, School of Life Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, with her scope of work including scientific illustration, botanical STEAM education programs, and botanical research projects. Influenced by her grandmother from a young age, she developed an interest in folk herbal medicine and edible wild plants. After entering university, she had the opportunity to take courses on Hong Kong flora, learning different ways to appreciate and study botanical knowledge. Later, while working as an intern at the herbarium, she encountered scientific illustration and was deeply impressed by the original manuscripts left by Professors Hsiao-lien Tseng and Ping Ma. The meticulousness and precision of their work demonstrated exceptional craftsmanship, which motivated her and the team to continuously refine various illustration, dissection, and photography techniques, and to persevere in the back-and-forth proofreading of the artwork. She hopes to carry forward the spirit of her predecessors through this book. Timothy WONG (Editor & Education Consultant) Education Manager, Hu Shiu Ying Herbarium, School of Life Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Graduated from the Department of Biology at The Chinese University of Hong Kong in the early 2000s, he is now a member of the Hu Shiu Ying Herbarium's "Botanical STEAM Education Program." He has extensive experience in STEM education and has participated in the establishment of the Hong Kong Flora and Vegetation Database. Over the past decade, he has created or participated in numerous large-scale popular science education platforms and programs, and has had the privilege of assisting with the editing of this guide. **Endorsements** The *Hong Kong Native Plants Illustrated Guide*, compiled by Dr. Wai-tai Liu, Curator of the Hu Shiu Ying Herbarium at the School of Life Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, and his team, is a book that blends science and art. Its innovative approach to content presentation, with precise illustrative drawings and annotations for each species, along with voucher specimens and detailed references, allows readers to understand the principles and information behind plant identification. The book also includes chapters on teaching and usage instructions, making it suitable for teachers and students. I wholeheartedly recommend this book for educational and life science research purposes. —Dr. KAM-bo WONG Dean, School of Life Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong With its numerous beautiful botanical illustrations and informative details of plant morphological features, this book is a remarkable addition to Hong Kong’s botanical science collection and flora conservation work. Through this novel approach in integrating botanical knowledge in STEAM education, this book will open the eyes of our citizens, especially the younger generation, and raise their interest and awareness in plants, and contribute to promoting biodiversity conservation in Hong Kong. —Jenny Y. Y. LAU Curator of Hong Kong Herbarium Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department To see these beautiful illustrations, the photos and the commentary about the plants that accompany them makes us wish that all of the rich and diverse flora of Hong Kong could be treated similarly. —David E. Boufford Senior Research Scientist, Harvard University Herbaria & Editorial Committee Member of Flora of China I was fortunate to be among the first readers of the *Hong Kong Native Plants Illustrated Guide*. While appreciating the detailed illustrations, precise descriptions, and valuable specimens, I also sensed the authors' passion for promoting natural science, education, and conservation. I sincerely recommend this book to all primary and secondary school teachers and students in Hong Kong, as well as to those who love nature. I hope you will feel the same wonder and beauty of these native Hong Kong plants as I do. —Yue-yan LO Principal, S.T.F.A. Ho Koon Nature Education Centre, Hong Kong This book is a rare local botanical science guide that uses a combination of scientific illustration and artistic botanical line drawings, along with precious voucher specimen images, to provide a detailed introduction to 20 native Hong Kong plant species and their characteristics. This guide not only offers important reference material for identifying the relevant species but also serves as a valuable teaching resource for scientific inquiry and STEAM education. As an educator majoring in biology, I strongly recommend this guide for reference and application by teachers and students. —Chi-keung LAM Principal, Tung Chung Catholic School This illustrated guide is the culmination of decades of effort by a group of Hong Kong scientists. Its precious value lies not only in allowing us to understand the internal and external structures of plants in a clear and accessible way, but also in learning about the 20 native plants that have accompanied Hong Kong through ecological changes. Through this guide, we can gain more information about Hong Kong's native plants, from their features to their appearance, from seeds to roots, and from shape to length, all vividly presented. Therefore, I particularly recommend this guide to our primary school students and young people. Through this book, they can experience how even this small piece of land, Hong Kong, can nurture such wonderful and interesting plants. —Chun-yin IP Principal, Sau Mau Ping Catholic Primary School, Founder of "EduVision Learning Program"