Forensic Plant Science

Forensic Plant Science, 1st Edition, is a textbook that explores the application of plant biology to criminal and legal investigations. It explains how plant structures and species-specific ecological requirements supply critical information regarding crime scenes, suspects, and victims.

The book examines key botanical subdisciplines alongside related scientific fields, illustrating how botanical findings support investigative inquiries. It demonstrates how practitioners identify plant materials gathered during investigations and use ecological evidence to link suspects to crime scenes.

Prepared for forensic scientists, legal professionals, educators, and students, the work details practical techniques for evidence handling. It also outlines procedures for gathering and analyzing digested plant materials recovered during investigations.