Practical Physiology of Plants

Practical Physiology of Plants is a pioneering botanical textbook authored by Francis Darwin and E. Hamilton Acton. It presents experimental methods and observations related to plant functions such as photosynthesis, respiration, transpiration, and nutrient absorption. Designed for students and researchers, the book bridges theory and practice, promoting hands-on learning in plant physiology. Darwin, son of Charles Darwin, brought evolutionary insight, while Acton contributed his expertise in laboratory techniques. This work remains influential in botanical education and plant science history.