Botany

Plant Names is an invaluable guide to the use of scientific, commercial and common names for plants and the conventions for writing them. Written by horticultural botanists at the Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, this book covers the naming of wild...

Containing 500 full color photographs and illustrations, The Bench Grafter's Handbook: Principles and Practice presents exhaustive information on all aspects of bench grafting. It details requirements of more than 200 temperate woody plant genera,...

On this blue planet, long before pterodactyls took to the skies and tyrannosaurs prowled the continents, tiny green organisms populated the ancient oceans. Fossil and phylogenetic evidence suggests that chlorophyll, the green pigment responsible for...

An understanding of the mineral nutrition of plants is of fundamental importance in both basic and applied plant sciences. The fourth edition of this book retains the aim of the first in presenting the principles of mineral nutrition in the light of...

The Yew Hedge by Martin Gardner from the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh tells the fascinating story of some remarkable native forests and heritage trees of the European yew (Taxus baccata) located in the UK and overseas. The progeny of the trees have...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780957608115Author Ben AverisFormat PaperbackPage Count 400Imprint Ben AverisPublisher Ben Averis

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781951682347Author Steve W ChaddeFormat PaperbackPage Count 180Imprint Orchard InnovationsPublisher Orchard InnovationsWeight(grams) 249gDimensions(mm)...

Crocus sativus L. (family-Iridaceae) or Saffron is often called "Red Gold or Gold Condiment" due it's appealing flavour, aroma and its high value. This volume provides a comprehensive overview on saffron cultivation and ecology, genetics and...

The Northern Forest Region lies between the oak forests of the eastern United States and the boreal forests of eastern Canada. It is, collectively, one of the largest and most continuous temperate forests left in the world and, like much of the...

This book introduces ecology of tropical cloud forests in China, a high-altitudinal tropical forest. The findings are novel in revealing environmental characteristics, community features, diversity patterns, plant strategies, community assembly...

Grown primarily by the smallholder farmers in tropical and subtropical regions, pigeonpea is pivotal to subsistence agriculture in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The last two decades have witnessed several research breakthroughs in...

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Exploring Medicinal and Commercial Uses of Flowers offers a interdisciplinary insight into the vast potential of flowers across therapeutic, nutritional, and industrial domains. Blending traditional wisdom with the latest scientific advancements, this...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781951682071Author Steve W ChaddeFormat PaperbackPage Count 784Imprint Orchard InnovationsPublisher Orchard InnovationsWeight(grams) 1225gDimensions(mm)...

Arabinogalactan-proteins are distributed throughout the plant kingdom and are present in leaves, stems, roots, floral parts, and seeds. At the subcellular level, AGPs are localized on the plasma membrane, in the cell wall, in secretory and endocytotic...

This book explores the untapped potential of Cytochrome P450 monooxygenases; a highly versatile class of enzymes central to plant metabolism, defense, and growth. With over 95% of plant P450s still functionally uncharacterized, this volume serves as a...

Millets as Superfood: Biochemistry, Biotechnology, and Applications presents a timely and exhaustive analysis of these ancient grains that are quickly evolving as the foods of the future. Traditionally valued for their adaptability and endurance in harsh...

In the face of escalating climate challenges and increasing biotic pressures, modern agriculture demands innovative, sustainable, and eco-friendly solutions. Microbial Synergies: Advanced Strategies for Plant Stress Alleviation delves into the...

Decoding Plant-Environment-Microbiome Interactions in Stress-Resilient Agriculture delivers both foundational understanding and forward-looking perspectives on the rapidly advancing field of phytomicrobiome research. Showcasing the unique advantages of...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780878427093Author Shannon KimballFormat PaperbackPage Count 288Imprint Trillium PressPublisher Trillium PressWeight(grams) 517gDimensions(mm) 226mm * 150mm...

This volume is a compilation of plenary lectures presented at the IOCD/CYTED Symposium held in Panama City, Panama in 1997, and covers different aspects of research into plants from North, South and Central America. The topics treated all revolve around...

'Book InformationISBN 9780231036429Author Joe CherryFormat HardbackPage Count 199Imprint Columbia University PressPublisher Columbia University Press

Plants, Man, and Life by Edgar Anderson is a pioneering exploration of the intricate relationships between humanity and the plant world, written with a keen eye for both scientific inquiry and accessibility. Originally conceived as a digest of botanical...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780231083638Author Verne GrantFormat PaperbackPage Count 514Imprint Columbia University PressPublisher Columbia University Press

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This thoroughly revised, entirely rewritten edition of what is the essential reference on California's diverse and ever-changing vegetation now brings readers the most authoritative, state-of-the-art view of California's plant ecosystems available...

Crop Physiology: Applications for Genetic Improvement and Agronomy in Diverse Cropping Systems, Third Edition, provides updated perspectives on crop science at the interface of plant breeding and agronomy. It builds on the premise that farmers rely on...

Silviculture: Integrating Cultivation Techniques, Forest Biometry, and Marketing Practices is a comprehensive academic resource designed to guide students, researchers, and forestry professionals through the principles and practices of modern...

Water is the lifeline of agriculture, and its efficient management is crucial for sustainable food production in an era of climate uncertainty and resource scarcity. Farm Irrigation Management provides a comprehensive guide to the principles and...

Melatonin, once considered confined to animal systems, has now emerged as a vital bioactive molecule in plants-called phytomelatonin. Over the past two decades, it has gained recognition for its regulatory roles in plant growth, development, and defense...

This new edition provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of phytoplasma research. This includes highlighting recent advances, exploring new methodologies, and addressing emerging challenges. This includes phylogenetics, disease...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781991016959Author Mark SmithFormat HardbackPage Count 304Imprint Massey University PressPublisher Massey University PressWeight(grams) 1200gDimensions(mm)...

The Turmeric Genome is the first comprehensive compilation of research deliberations focused on whole genome sequencing of turmeric (Curcuma longa L.). This book serves as a valuable starting point for researchers working on turmeric and covers recent...

Plant molecular systematics is a discipline that uses molecular data to unravel the evolutionary relationships among plant species. This book serves as an introduction to the core principles of plant molecular systematics, presenting the fundamentals in...

Featuring traditional knowledge, the book Phytoadaptogenic Properties of Medicinal Plants offers an insight into diverse medicinal plants with their inherent phytotherapeutic characteristics. Since the prehistoric era, botanicals have been enlisted at...

The book Eco-Resilience Biology: An Exploration of Climate-Forest Connection offers comprehensive information on the dynamic interactions between forest ecosystems and changing climate regimes. As climate change accelerates, understanding the resilience...

Trichoderma Biological Control Agent discusses the biology and physiology of Trichoderma, beginning with its discovery in nature and continuing through its application in industrial organic agriculture production. It highlights the features of...

This book explores the relationship between plant functional traits and the resilience of forest ecosystems. Understanding how these traits influence forest ecosystems has significant implications for conservation, forestry, and ecosystem management...

Plant hormones regulate development and physiological status of plants, including stress responses to abiotic and biotic stresses. Numerous phytohormonal signaling-based processes have been exploited for obtaining stress-tolerant or stress-resistant...

Plant biotechnology offers an array of powerful tools and techniques that can revolutionize the way we cultivate crops, enhance their nutritional value, and address critical challenges such as climate change, pests, and limited resources. Through...