--- product_id: 62248482 title: "The Plant Messiah: Adventures in Search of the World's Rarest Species Hardcover – April 10, 2018" brand: "carlos magdalena" price: "VT11190" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/62248482-the-plant-messiah-adventures-in-search-of-the-worlds-rarest store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # The Plant Messiah: Adventures in Search of the World's Rarest Species Hardcover – April 10, 2018 **Brand:** carlos magdalena **Price:** VT11190 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Plant Messiah: Adventures in Search of the World's Rarest Species Hardcover – April 10, 2018 by carlos magdalena - **How much does it cost?** VT11190 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/62248482-the-plant-messiah-adventures-in-search-of-the-worlds-rarest) ## Best For - carlos magdalena enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted carlos magdalena brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![The Plant Messiah: Adventures in Search of the World's Rarest Species Hardcover – April 10, 2018 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81KVgSlflOL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars The Author's Nickname is Well-Deserved *by C***K on Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2018* First, a word about the rating. The five stars is primarily for botany enthusiasts, though this is also a great read for people interested in the conservation of rare species. Others may find it less compelling though it's a good read. I was reminded, first, of an observation by Alfred Russel Wallace upon the discovery of a new species - conceding that, to the average person, the excitement he felt would be seen as "lacking adequate cause." Magdalena explains, and in near-poetic language, conveys this excitement, and it is infectious. "Messiah" appears to be a nickname bestowed by a Spanish journalist, in part because Magdalena does look a little bit like Jesus, but also because his blunt refusal to accept extinction has driven him to superhuman efforts to propagate and restore rare species. Raised in a nature-loving family in rural Spain, his acceptance at and rise through the ranks of Britain's Kew Gardens also seems miraculous. Finally, the book serves well as a travelogue also, recounting fascinating destinations such as Bolivian jungles, the Australian Outback, Peruvian deserts, and most of all the Mascarene Islands in the Indian Ocean. POSTSCRIPT: Some reviewers have complained about no pictures; my edition (Doubleday) has at least some. I agree they add to the appeal of the book. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars There is hope for savings a few of the worlds endangered plants. *by T***D on Reviewed in the United States on February 29, 2020* If you’ve ever been concerned about the extinction of plants due to climate change, deforestation, urban sprawl, or use of chemicals and how that chain from pesticides to pollinators can affect our surrounding environment...well Carlos Magdalena gives us all a little hope that there is someone like him. Carlos was untrained technically in his early career but had the passion to dedicate his life to saving some of the worlds most endangered plants. I recommend this book to those who think about protecting rare plants, the value of the worlds seed bank and think just maybe they too can help protect just one plant from extinction. To that end, congratulations to S. Blair Hedges for saving the Magnolia Ekmanii within Haiti, yes, a handful of us are aware of your research and propagation insitu work. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars Need more books about botanists like this. *by M***A on Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2018* as advertised. A great read --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/62248482-the-plant-messiah-adventures-in-search-of-the-worlds-rarest](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/62248482-the-plant-messiah-adventures-in-search-of-the-worlds-rarest) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-09*