Taxonomic Studies on the Genus Cissus L.

The book "Taxonomic Studies on the Genus Cissus L." offers a comprehensive examination of the taxonomy of the genus Cissus, which is found in the Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State. The authors, Ozimede Christian O., Onyeweaku Goodnews C., and Bio Louis Nyananyo, analyze three specific species: Cissus aralioides, Cissus petiolata, and Cissus lageniflora. The study employs various scientific methods, including morphological and anatomical analyses as well as phytochemical investigations, to identify the characteristics and differences among the species. The results reveal significant differences in leaf shape and the structure of epidermal cells, contributing to the clarification of the complex taxonomy within this genus. This specialized book is aimed at botanists, taxonomists, and students of botany seeking a deeper understanding of the genus Cissus and its species.