The Gardens' bulletin Singapore.. Vol. 65(2).

During the period leading up to the Japanese attack on Malaya, the Singapore Botanic Gardens experienced significant disruptions. Senior staff were frequently seconded for duties under the Departments of Food Control and Information, which led to a marked reduction in botanical work. This historical account highlights how external political events can profoundly impact scientific institutions, particularly those reliant on specialized expertise.

. (2013). The Gardens’ bulletin Singapore.. Vol. 65(2). https://doi.org/10.5962/bhl.title.130872