An Atlas Of The World S Conifers

Author : Aljos Farjon,Denis Filer
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 524 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2013-11-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789004211810

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An Atlas of the World's Conifers by Aljos Farjon,Denis Filer Pdf

A 2014 Choice Magazine "Outstanding Academic Title" An Atlas of the World's Conifers is the first ever atlas of all known conifer species. It is based on locality information of ca. 37,000 collected herbarium specimens held in scientific institutions. As well as providing natural distribution maps for each species, Farjon and Filer give the reader comprehensive insight into the biogeography, diversity and conservation status of conifers on all continents, dispelling the widely held view that they are primarily a northern boreal plant group. Conifer diversity is analysed and presented with a taxonomic and geographic perspective. Distribution patterns are interpreted using the latest information on continental drift, dispersal and phylogeny. The entire dataset supporting the Atlas can be consulted and verified online. These data can also be used for further research and are an invaluable resource for anyone working on conifer systematics, biogeography or conservation. An Atlas of the World’s Conifers indicates the known distribution of all conifers including an analysis of their biogeography, diversity and conservation status. Also available from Brill is Aljos Farjon’s A Handbook of the World's Conifers, published in 2010 (ISBN 978 90 04 17718 5) which is a 2017 Choice Magazine "Outstanding Academic Title".

Author : Aljos Farjon
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 1153 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2017-08-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789004324510

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A Handbook of the World's Conifers (2 vols.) by Aljos Farjon Pdf

This revised and updated handbook includes detailed information on all 615 conifers, temperate as well as tropical, this encyclopedic work offers users as diverse as ecologists, gardeners, foresters and conservationists the accumulated knowledge of these trees obtained in 35 years of academic research, presented in an easily searchable format.

Author : Aljos Farjon
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 1113 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2010-04-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789004177185

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A Handbook of the World's Conifers (2 Vols.) by Aljos Farjon Pdf

The first handbook to include detailed information on all 615 conifers, temperate as well as tropical, this encyclopedic work offers users as diverse as ecologists, gardeners, foresters and conservationists the accumulated knowledge of these trees obtained in 30 years of academic research, presented in an easily searchable format.

Author : David Alan Charlet
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 402 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Gardening
ISBN : MINN:31951D014685564

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Atlas of Nevada Conifers by David Alan Charlet Pdf

A major scientific contribution to our understanding of the ecology of Nevada, this book documents the distribution of all native conifer species in the state. This information is important due to the primary ecological importance of conifers for all organisms.

Author : Aljos Farjon
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 1111 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2010-04-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789047430629

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A Handbook of the World's Conifers by Aljos Farjon Pdf

The first handbook to include detailed information on all 615 conifers, temperate as well as tropical, this encyclopedic work offers users as diverse as ecologists, gardeners, foresters and conservationists the accumulated knowledge of these trees obtained in 30 years of academic research, presented in an easily searchable format.

Author : David B. Neale,Nicholas C. Wheeler
Publisher : Springer
Page : 590 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2019-03-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319468075

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The Conifers: Genomes, Variation and Evolution by David B. Neale,Nicholas C. Wheeler Pdf

This book is the first comprehensive volume on conifers detailing their genomes, variations, and evolution. The book begins with general information about conifers such as taxonomy, geography, reproduction, life history, and social and economic importance. Then topics discussed include the full genome sequence, complex traits, phenotypic and genetic variations, landscape genomics, and forest health and conservation. This book also synthesizes the research included to provide a bigger picture and suggest an evolutionary trajectory. As a large plant family, conifers are an important part of economic botany. The group includes the pines, spruces, firs, larches, yews, junipers, cedars, cypresses, and sequoias. Of the phylum Coniferophyta, conifers typically bear cones and evergreen leaves. Recently, there has been much data available in conifer genomics with the publication of several crop and non-crop genome sequences. In addition to their economic importance, conifers are an important habitat for humans and animals, especially in developing parts of the world. The application of genomics for improving the productivity of conifer crops holds great promise to help provide resources for the most needy in the world.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 341 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2019-01-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128154663

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Molecular Physiology and Biotechnology of Trees by Anonim Pdf

Molecular Physiology and Biotechnology of Trees, Volume 89 in the Advances in Botanical Research series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on such topics as the Activity of the shoot apical and cambial meristems: Coordination and responses to environmental signals, Conifer functional genomics, Nitrogen storage and cycling, Tree defense against pests and pathogens, The ectomycorrhizal contribution to tree nutrition, Phytoremediation with trees, Transcriptional regulation of wood formation, Transgenic poplars, the Genomics of forest trees, and much more. Provides the authority and expertise of leading contributors from an international board of authors Presents the latest release in the Advances in Botanical Research series Includes the latest information on the Molecular Physiology and Biotechnology of Trees

Author : Herman Shugart,Peter White,Sassan Saatchi,Jérôme Chave
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2022-09-20
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691226743

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The World Atlas of Trees and Forests by Herman Shugart,Peter White,Sassan Saatchi,Jérôme Chave Pdf

A marvelously illustrated look at the world’s diverse forests and their ecosystems The earth’s forests are havens of nature supporting a diversity of life. Shaped by climate and geography, these vast and dynamic wooded spaces offer unique ecosystems that shelter complex and interdependent webs of flora, fungi, and animals. The World Atlas of Trees and Forests offers a beautiful introduction to what forests are, how they work, how they grow, and how we map, assess, and conserve them. Provides the most wide-ranging coverage of the world’s forests availableTakes readers beneath the breathtaking variety of wooded canopies that span the globeProfiles a wealth of tree species, with enlightening and entertaining natural-history highlights along the wayFeatures stunning color photos, maps, and graphicsDraws on the latest cutting-edge research and technology, including satellite imagery

Author : James E. Eckenwalder
Publisher : Timber Press
Page : 745 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2009-11-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780881929744

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Conifers of the World by James E. Eckenwalder Pdf

Researched for more than three decades, this definitive work provides up-to-date descriptions of all the true conifers of the world, including 545 species of trees and shrubs. Written for accessibility to both horticultural and botanical audiences, it is the first comprehensive update of conifer taxonomy in nearly a century. Noted conifer taxonomist James E. Eckenwalder also discusses the relationships among the groups, practical usages, champion trees, fossil occurrences, and biology. New identification guides for the families and genera are based whenever possible on foliage features and thus should be easier to use than traditional conifer keys, which focus on seasonal, and often microscopic, cone characters. Eckenwalder shares the reasoning behind his taxonomic decisions, many of which are unique to this book, reflecting a comprehensive reevaluation of conifer classification. He also outlines the features sought in cultivars of each genus, particular cultivation concerns, and conifers recommended for cultivation under various conditions and to achieve different effects. Some 3,000 cultivars have been available in recent times, more than five times the total number of conifer species. Several hundred original illustrations include drawings of the seed cones for all genera as well as for representative species. Maps of the natural distribution of each genus allow for easy comparison of ranges. Handsome black-and-white photographs of species in their natural habitats and attractive color photos further enrich the volume. More than 100 images reproduce foliage of many genera as an aid in identification. With its unprecedented attention to detail and extensive bibliography, this major work is an essential reference for botanists, naturalists, and horticulturists.

Author : Shri Mohan Jain,Pramod Gupta
Publisher : Springer
Page : 323 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2018-06-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319894836

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Step Wise Protocols for Somatic Embryogenesis of Important Woody Plants by Shri Mohan Jain,Pramod Gupta Pdf

World population is increasing at an alarming rate and this has resulted in increasing tremendously the demand for tree products such as wood for construction materials, fuel and paper, fruits, oils and medicines etc. This has put immense pressure on the world’s supplies of trees and raw material to industry and will continue to do so as long as human population continues to grow. Also, the quality of human diet, especially nutritional components, is adversely affected due to limited genetic improvement of most of fruit trees. Thus there is an immediate need to increase productivity of trees. Improvement has been made through conventional breeding methods, however, conventional breeding is very slow due to long life cycle of trees. A basic strategy in tree improvement is to capture genetic gain through clonal propagation. Clonal propagation via organogenesis is being used for the production of selected elite individual trees. However, the methods are labour intensive, costly, and produce low volumes. Genetic gain can now be captured through somatic embryogenesis. Formation of embryos from somatic cells by a process resembling zygotic embryogenesis is one of the most important features of plants. In 1958, Reinert in Germany and Steward in USA independently reported somatic embryogenesis in carrot cultures. Since then, tremendous progress in somatic embryogenesis of woody and non-woody plants has taken place. It offers a potentially large-scale propagation system for superior clones.

Author : Amanda R. De La Torre
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 269 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2022-02-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030933906

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The Pine Genomes by Amanda R. De La Torre Pdf

This book is the first comprehensive compilation of the most up-to-date research in the genomics, transcriptomics, and breeding of pine species across Europe, North America, and Australia. With chapters on the state of the reference genomes, transposon function, genome-wide diversity, functional genomics, genomics of disease resistance, genomics of abiotic stress, and genomic selection, this book is a must-read for scientists, breeders, and students of plant genomics. The book contains 12 chapters over 300 pages authored by a group of world-renowned scientists in the field of pine genomics. Pines (Pinus) are the world’s most economically important forest tree species. The recent genome sequencing of several important pine species has paved the way for understanding their complex biology and helps future management and breeding efforts.

Author : Brian Groombridge,Martin Jenkins
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0520236688

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World Atlas of Biodiversity by Brian Groombridge,Martin Jenkins Pdf

Global biological diversity, ecosystem diversity.

Author : Ronald M. Lanner
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Nature
ISBN : STANFORD:36105028512304

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Conifers of California by Ronald M. Lanner Pdf

Author : Mansour Ghorbanpour,Ajit Varma
Publisher : Springer
Page : 413 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2017-10-31
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783319687179

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Medicinal Plants and Environmental Challenges by Mansour Ghorbanpour,Ajit Varma Pdf

This book sheds new light on the role of various environmental factors in regulating the metabolic adaptation of medicinal and aromatic plants. Many of the chapters present cutting-edge findings on the contamination of medicinal plants through horizontal transfer, as well as nanomaterials and the biosynthesis of pharmacologically active compounds. In addition, the book highlights the impacts of environmental factors (e.g., high and low temperature, climate change, global warming, UV irradiation, intense sunlight and shade, ozone, carbon dioxide, drought, salinity, nutrient deficiency, agrochemicals, waste, heavy metals, nanomaterials, weeds, pests and pathogen infections) on medicinal and aromatic plants, emphasizing secondary metabolisms. In recent years, interest has grown in the use of bioactive compounds from natural sources. Medicinal and aromatic plants constitute an important part of the natural environment and agro-ecosystems, and contain a wealth of chemical compounds known as secondary metabolites and including alkaloids, glycosides, essential oils and other miscellaneous active substances. These metabolites help plants cope with environmental and/or external stimuli in a rapid, reversible and ecologically meaningful manner. Additionally, environmental factors play a crucial role in regulating the metabolic yield of these biologically active molecules. Understanding how medicinal plants respond to environmental perturbations and climate change could open new frontiers in plant production and in agriculture, where successive innovation is urgently needed due to the looming challenges in connection with global food security and climate change. Readers will discover a range of revealing perspectives and the latest research on this vital topic.

Author : Edward A. Cope
Publisher : Cornell University Press
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0801493609

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Native and Cultivated Conifers of Northeastern North America by Edward A. Cope Pdf

This useful manual provides a means for easy identification of the native and cultivated conifers of northeastern North America. The territory covered is roughly eastern Canada and the northeastern fourth of the United States, from Maine south to the southern border of Pennsylvania, west to Kansas, and north to North Dakota. Because it includes so many cultivated species, the book treats the great majority of conifers found in the western United States and Europe as well. Twenty-seven genera and 130 species are included.