Chapter 1: Nepal: An Introduction -- Chapter 2: Flora and Phytogeography of Nepal -- Chapter 3: Vegetation and forest in Nepal -- Chapter 4: An overview of the Middle Miocene to Early Pleistocene Flora of the Siwalik sediments in Nepal -- Chapter 5: A Comprehensive Review of Algal Exploration in Nepal -- Chapter 6: Fungi of Nepal -- Chapter 7: Bryophyta Plant Diversity in Nepal -- Chapter 8: Lichens of Nepal -- Chapter 9: Fern and fern-allies of Nepal -- Chapter 10: Gymnosperms of Nepal: diversity, distribution, economic importance and future perspectives -- Chapter 11: Angiosperm diversity in Nepal -- Chapter 12: Economically important plants in Nepal -- Chapter 13: Plant invasions in Nepal: What we do not know? -- Chapter 14: Impact of climate change on plants in the Nepal Himalayas -- Chapter 15: Plant Biodiversity Conservation in Nepal Himalaya: Status, Policies, and Legislative Frameworks.

This volume highlights the plant life of Nepal, which accounts for 20% of the Himalayan biodiversity. For the first time, this group of authors compile over 200 years’ worth of local botanical research. Due to the high topographical diversity, Nepal has a very unique flora and vegetation. The chapters focus on cryptogams, phanerogams and alien flora. As an added bonus, historical background for native and invasive species, is explained. Aside from botanical knowledge, the authors also shed a light on Nepali geography, soil, climate and land use. To complete the picture, readers will find data on different plants, maps and photographs of unique species. This book is a valuable resource for Botanists and Ecologists, but also for interested travelers who would like to complement their next trek in Nepal.