Applied Biology Of Woody Plants

Author : Ratikanta Maiti,Humberto González Rodríguez,Ch. Aruna Kumari
Publisher : American Academic Press
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2016-08-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781631817861

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APPLIED BIOLOGY OF WOODY PLANTS by Ratikanta Maiti,Humberto González Rodríguez,Ch. Aruna Kumari Pdf

Woody plants occupy dominant vegetation in forest ecosystem. They play an important role in reducing carbon load from the atmosphere and store them as biomass and carbon as sources of energy. Forest trees are sources of timbers, various domestic uses, medicinal purposes, forest products, and sources of animal nutrition. At this juncture, there is a great necessity to save forest trees for life security and effective management and maintain an ecobalance to save earth from the clutch of pollution. To fulfill these objectives, a clear understanding of the biology of trees and its applications is an essential prerequisite for effective management and its application. No such book is available to undergraduate and graduate students and teachers. It discusses experimental biology to study the various aspects of tree biology from a practical stand point guide. This deals with general concepts of plant, soil and environments, the vegetation and biodiversity, morpho-anatomical and ecophysiological traits phenological events and plasticity, branching pattern and branching density functioning as solar panel for capture of solar radiation for productivity, diversity of leaves morphological and biochemical traits such as pigments, epicuticular wax, leaf macronutrients necessary for the growth and development and animal nutrition, wood anatomical traits related to timber quality and utility. A special emphasis has been given in the selection of tree species with high ecophysiological traits. The book deals with advances in research and includes our original research results.

Author : S. Mohan Jain,Subhash C. Minocha
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Plant molecular biology
ISBN : LCCN:99048942

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Molecular Biology of Woody Plants by S. Mohan Jain,Subhash C. Minocha Pdf

Author : S.M. Jain,S.C. Minocha
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 521 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2013-04-17
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789401723114

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Molecular Biology of Woody Plants by S.M. Jain,S.C. Minocha Pdf

This two-volume book gives a broad coverage of various aspects of plant molecular biology relevant to the improvement of woody plants. The authors provide background information on genetic engineering and molecular marker techniques, and specific examples of species in which sufficient progress has been made.

Author : Paul Kramer
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 826 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-02
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780323142366

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Physiology of Woody Plants by Paul Kramer Pdf

Physiology of Woody Plants explains how physiological processes are involved in growth of woody plants and how they are affected by the environment, including the mechanisms of the processes themselves. Organized into 17 chapters, this book discusses the role of plant physiology, as well as the form and structure of woody plant. It also explores the nature and periodicity of shoot, cambial, root, and reproductive growth of trees of the temperate and tropical zones. Other topics elucidated are the process of photosynthesis and respiration, the various substances found in woody plants, plant nutrition, and factors affecting plant growth. This book will be valuable as a text to students and teachers and as a reference to investigators and others who desire a better understanding of how woody plants grow.

Author : Stephen G. Pallardy
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2010-07-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080568718

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Physiology of Woody Plants by Stephen G. Pallardy Pdf

Woody plants such as trees have a significant economic and climatic influence on global economies and ecologies. This completely revised classic book is an up-to-date synthesis of the intensive research devoted to woody plants published in the second edition, with additional important aspects from the authors' previous book, Growth Control in Woody Plants. Intended primarily as a reference for researchers, the interdisciplinary nature of the book makes it useful to a broad range of scientists and researchers from agroforesters, agronomists, and arborists to plant pathologists and soil scientists. This third edition provides crutial updates to many chapters, including: responses of plants to elevated CO2; the process and regulation of cambial growth; photoinhibition and photoprotection of photosynthesis; nitrogen metabolism and internal recycling, and more. Revised chapters focus on emerging discoveries of the patterns and processes of woody plant physiology. * The only book to provide recommendations for the use of specific management practices and experimental procedures and equipment *Updated coverage of nearly all topics of interest to woody plant physiologists * Extensive revisions of chapters relating to key processes in growth, photosynthesis, and water relations * More than 500 new references * Examples of molecular-level evidence incorporated in discussion of the role of expansion proteins in plant growth; mechanism of ATP production by coupling factor in photosynthesis; the role of cellulose synthase in cell wall construction; structure-function relationships for aquaporin proteins

Author : S.M. Jain,S.C. Minocha
Publisher : Springer
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2011-09-22
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9048154278

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Molecular Biology of Woody Plants by S.M. Jain,S.C. Minocha Pdf

Woody plants belong to various taxonomic groups, which are heterogeneous in morphology, physiology, and geographic distribution. OtheJWise, they have neither strong evolutionruy relationships nor share a conunon habitat. They are a primaIy source of fiber and timber, and also include many edible fruit species. Their unique phenotypic behavior includes a perennial habit associated with extensive secondary growth. Additional characteristics of woody plants include: developmental juvenility and maturity with respect to growth habit, flowering time, and morphogenetic response in tissue cultures; environmental control of bud dormancy and flowering cycles; variable tolerance to abiotic stresses, wounding and pathogens; and long distance transport of water and IRltrients. Woody plants, particularly tree species, have been the focus of numerous physiological studies to understand their specialized functions, however, only recently they have become the target of molecular studies. Recent advances in our understanding of signal transduction pathways for environmental responses in herbaceous plants, including the identification and cloning of genes for proteins involved in signal transduction. should provide useful leads to undertake parallel studies with woody plants. Molecular mapping techniques, coupled with the availability of cloned genes from herbaceous plants, should provide shortcuts to cloning relevant genes from woody plants. The unique phenotypes of these plants can then be targeted for improvement through genetic engineering.

Author : Andrew Hirons,Peter A. Thomas
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 438 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2018-01-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118296400

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Applied Tree Biology by Andrew Hirons,Peter A. Thomas Pdf

Many arborists learn tree work practices without fully understanding the biological and physiological principles behind them. However, outcomes for the health and longevity of trees are greatly improved when an arborist understands the science behind the care of tree root systems and crowns. In Applied Tree Biology, Drs. Hirons and Thomas draw upon their decades of experience in the laboratory, classroom, and the field – as well as the expertise of distinguished contributors to this volume – to provide those responsible for tree care with the scientific information that informs best practices for planting, pruning, soil decompaction, irrigation, and much more. Takes a multidisciplinary approach, integrating knowledge from plant biology, physiology, arboriculture, ecology, and more Provides a systematic presentation of fundamental tree biology and the scientific principles informing high quality tree care Presents accessible scientific information and best practices that help promote the health and longevity of trees Reflects the authors’ decades of experience as tree biology researchers and educators, as well as their years of professional experience across the globe Applied Tree Biology is an indispensable source of practical, succinct information on tree biology, physiology, and ecology for professionals and interested amateurs involved with the care of trees. Arborists, foresters, and horticulturists at all stages of their careers will find this text particularly useful.

Author : John Albert Romberger,Zygmunt Hejnowicz,Jane F. Hill
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 524 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Science
ISBN : 1930665954

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Plant Structure by John Albert Romberger,Zygmunt Hejnowicz,Jane F. Hill Pdf

Originally published in 1993, and long out-of-print, this book has become a classic. The book covers the developmental anatomy of large, complex plants, particularly of perennial shrubs and trees that grow and survive for decades and centuries. The book is focused on the meaning of that anatomy, the integrated structure, as a determinant of effective function. A pervading theme is that the plant structures that have "survived" evolution within the larger context of geologic and climatic evolution are well attuned to biochemical and biophysical principles that determine and define efficient function. This book is intended for those who have already studied the anatomy and development of plants. It is addressed to advanced students, teachers and researchers in the broad, interrelated fields of botany, forestry, horticulture and agronomy, and to others having professional interests in the culture of woody plants and the stewardship of ecosystems. It is especially addressed to those who, by study and research, seek to narrow the wide gap between the cellular and molecular biology approaches to understanding the format and content of inherited information, and the actual morphogenesis and integrated functioning of higher plant organisms. The book is focused on vegetative growth and development. Limitations of space precluded a treatment of reproductive development and of morphogenesis in fruits and seeds. The authors, however, have included a chapter on embryogeny as the beginning of development of the individual higher plant organism. "Plant Structure: Function and Development, first published in 1993, remained in print for such a short time that many of us missed the opportunity to purchase a copy (I have been working with a tattered photocopy for the past 7 years). The authors note in the preface that "complex plants, particularly woody plants . . . have survived eons of organismal evolution" and as such "are well attuned to biochemical and biophysical principles that determine and define efficient function." Too often plant anatomy has been treated in isolation from its' all-important functional significance. The authors of this book provide a welcome and well-developed bridge between structure and physiology, as well as providing the developmental aspects critical to a complete understanding. Not only does the book provide valuable insights for biologists studying extant plants (including applied areas of horticulture, agronomy and forest biology), but it is also, in my view, a valuable resource for paleobotanists, particularly those interested the rapidly growing area of paleo-ecophysiology. Often woody plants are given only cursory attention in plant structure texts, but not so here. Both Romberger and Hejnowicz spent their professional careers studying woody plants, and their insights are critical to the success of this treatise. Although the book is primarily a very turgid reference source, it could also serve as a text for advanced undergraduate or graduate courses - and then would become a valuable library addition for those students." Richard Jagels Professor of Forest Biology University of Maine

Author : Stephen G. Pallardy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 454 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2024-05-28
Category : Trees
ISBN : 012388554X

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Physiology of Woody Plants by Stephen G. Pallardy Pdf

Woody plants such as trees have a significant economic and climatic influence on global economies and ecologies. This completely revised classic book is an up-to-date synthesis of the intensive research devoted to woody plants published in the second edition, with additional important aspects from the authors' previous book, Growth Control in Woody Plants. Intended primarily as a reference for researchers, the interdisciplinary nature of the book makes it useful to a broad range of scientists and researchers from agroforesters, agronomists, and arborists to plant pathologists and soil scientists. This third edition provides crutial updates to many chapters, including: responses of plants to elevated CO2; the process and regulation of cambial growth; photoinhibition and photoprotection of photosynthesis; nitrogen metabolism and internal recycling, and more. Revised chapters focus on emerging discoveries of the patterns and processes of woody plant physiology.

Author : Rodney A. Savidge,J. R. Barnett,Richard Napier
Publisher : Garland Science
Page : 530 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Science
ISBN : 1859961231

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Cell and Molecular Biology of Wood Formation by Rodney A. Savidge,J. R. Barnett,Richard Napier Pdf

The application of modern molecular biology techniques is providing new insight into wood formation and the seasonal nature of secondary growth in perennial woody plant species. Extensively illustrated, this new book provides a comprehensive and critical overview of current understanding about the biology of wood formation, with a focus on the development, regulation and biochemistry of cambial growth supplemented by additional considerations of the fundamental factors determining forest productivity, wood quality and heartwood formation.

Author : John Albert Romberger
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1972
Category : Growth (Plants)
ISBN : IND:30000098619269

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Meristems, Growth and Development in Woody Plants by John Albert Romberger Pdf

Author : Paul Jackson Kramer,Theodore Thomas Kozolowski
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:641670936

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Phyusiology of woody plants by Paul Jackson Kramer,Theodore Thomas Kozolowski Pdf

Author : Fritz Hans Schweingruber,Annett Börner,Ernst-Detlef Schulze
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2007-05-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783540325253

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Atlas of Woody Plant Stems by Fritz Hans Schweingruber,Annett Börner,Ernst-Detlef Schulze Pdf

This atlas gives a unique assemblage of microscopic slides of wood anatomy and of the respective species in nature and demonstrates the reaction of stem anatomy to environments in which plants form woody stems. It provides insight into the evolution of wood, to the variation of wood anatomy in response to climate and disturbances, and it gives an introduction to the methodology used to study wood. Special attention has been given to the unique feature of secondary growth. In color throughout and with more than 700 both beautiful and instructive illustrations, the wide-ranging scientific content of this book makes it both attractive and unique.

Author : Rodney W. Bovey
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 594 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2001-03-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 082470438X

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Woody Plants and Woody Plant Management by Rodney W. Bovey Pdf

A presentation of strategies for managing woody plants and using research data to select the most appropriate control methods. It analyzes the responses of over 370 North American woody plants to commercially available herbicides. The authors provide methods to manage woody plants that interfere with recreation, watershed yield, animal and plant diversity, resource conservation, wildlife and livestock needs, and wood production on grazing, forest, and related land.

Author : Theodore T. Kozlowski,Stephen G. Pallardy
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 641 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1997-01-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080532683

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Growth Control in Woody Plants by Theodore T. Kozlowski,Stephen G. Pallardy Pdf

The processes and mechanisms that control the growth of woody plants are of crucial importance for both economic and biological reasons. The comprehensive coverage of Growth Control in Woody Plants includes discussion of the growth controlling factors in both reproductive structures (flowers, fruit, seeds, pollen, etc.) and vegetative organs (stems, branches, leaves, and roots). Other major topics covered include seed germination, seedling growth, physiological and environmental regulation of growth, cultural practices, and biotechnology. This comprehensive treatment of the many factors that control the growth of woody plants can serve both as a valuable text and as a frequently used reference. * Includes comprehensive representation of a broad subject * Provides thorough bibliographic coverage * Well illustrated * Serves as a vital companion to Physiology of Woody Plants, Second Edition