Silva Capensis is a book written by Karl Wilhelm Ludwig Pappe in 1862, which provides a comprehensive description of the forest trees and arborescent shrubs found in South Africa. The book is primarily aimed at those interested in the technical and economical uses of these plants. The author begins the book by discussing the general characteristics of the South African forests, such as their climate, soil, and topography. He then proceeds to describe each tree and shrub species in detail, including their physical appearance, habitat, and uses. Pappe's descriptions are accompanied by detailed illustrations, which help readers to identify the different species. The book also includes a glossary of technical terms, as well as an index of common names. Overall, Silva Capensis is an important resource for botanists, foresters, and anyone interested in the flora of South Africa. It provides a wealth of information on the technical and economic uses of the region's forest trees and shrubs, as well as their ecological significance.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.