The Gardens' bulletin Singapore.. Vol. 67(2).

During the pre-World War II period, particularly prior to the Japanese attack on Malaya, the Singapore Botanic Gardens experienced significant disruptions in botanical work. Senior staff were seconded for duties under the Departments of Food Control and Information, leading to a marked reduction in botanical activities. This historical account highlights the impact of wartime conditions on scientific research and institutional operations at one of Southeast Asia's notable botanical institutions.

. (2015). The Gardens’ bulletin Singapore.. Vol. 67(2). https://doi.org/10.5962/bhl.title.128777