This reprint, in which part of the two-color illustrations is presented in black and white, makes the sought-after short textbook available again for students of biology and biochemistry, pharmacy, and agriculture, as well as for teachers and teacher candidates in biology. It provides a clear and easily readable presentation of the entire field of botany, including systematics. The illustrations and the skillful didactic presentation allow for a good introduction to the subject area. From the variety of known facts about plant life, a selection has been made that reveals general principles, conveys the necessary foundational knowledge, and fully aligns with modern findings. The 5th edition of this successful book has been thoroughly revised in text and illustrations and brought up to the latest scientific standards.