Author: John Ernest Weaver
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Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 224
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The Root Habits of Desert Plants
Author: William Austin Cannon
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Category : Desert plants
Languages : en
Pages : 168
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Category : Desert plants
Languages : en
Pages : 168
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The Ecological Relations of Roots
Author: John Ernest Weaver
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Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 224
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Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 224
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In Defense of Plants
Author: Matt Candeias
Publisher: Mango Media Inc.
ISBN: 1642504548
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
The Study of Plants in a Whole New Light “Matt Candeias succeeds in evoking the wonder of plants with wit and wisdom.” ―James T. Costa, PhD, executive director, Highlands Biological Station and author of Darwin's Backyard #1 New Release in Nature & Ecology, Plants, Botany, Horticulture, Trees, Biological Sciences, and Nature Writing & Essays In his debut book, internationally-recognized blogger and podcaster Matt Candeias celebrates the nature of plants and the extraordinary world of plant organisms. A botanist’s defense. Since his early days of plant restoration, this amateur plant scientist has been enchanted with flora and the greater environmental ecology of the planet. Now, he looks at the study of plants through the lens of his ever-growing houseplant collection. Using gardening, houseplants, and examples of plants around you, In Defense of Plants changes your relationship with the world from the comfort of your windowsill. The ruthless, horny, and wonderful nature of plants. Understand how plants evolve and live on Earth with a never-before-seen look into their daily drama. Inside, Candeias explores the incredible ways plants live, fight, have sex, and conquer new territory. Whether a blossoming botanist or a professional plant scientist, In Defense of Plants is for anyone who sees plants as more than just static backdrops to more charismatic life forms. In this easily accessible introduction to the incredible world of plants, you’ll find: • Fantastic botanical histories and plant symbolism • Passionate stories of flora diversity and scientific names of plant organisms • Personal tales of plantsman discovery through the study of plants If you enjoyed books like The Botany of Desire, What a Plant Knows, or The Soul of an Octopus, then you’ll love In Defense of Plants.
Publisher: Mango Media Inc.
ISBN: 1642504548
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 297
Book Description
The Study of Plants in a Whole New Light “Matt Candeias succeeds in evoking the wonder of plants with wit and wisdom.” ―James T. Costa, PhD, executive director, Highlands Biological Station and author of Darwin's Backyard #1 New Release in Nature & Ecology, Plants, Botany, Horticulture, Trees, Biological Sciences, and Nature Writing & Essays In his debut book, internationally-recognized blogger and podcaster Matt Candeias celebrates the nature of plants and the extraordinary world of plant organisms. A botanist’s defense. Since his early days of plant restoration, this amateur plant scientist has been enchanted with flora and the greater environmental ecology of the planet. Now, he looks at the study of plants through the lens of his ever-growing houseplant collection. Using gardening, houseplants, and examples of plants around you, In Defense of Plants changes your relationship with the world from the comfort of your windowsill. The ruthless, horny, and wonderful nature of plants. Understand how plants evolve and live on Earth with a never-before-seen look into their daily drama. Inside, Candeias explores the incredible ways plants live, fight, have sex, and conquer new territory. Whether a blossoming botanist or a professional plant scientist, In Defense of Plants is for anyone who sees plants as more than just static backdrops to more charismatic life forms. In this easily accessible introduction to the incredible world of plants, you’ll find: • Fantastic botanical histories and plant symbolism • Passionate stories of flora diversity and scientific names of plant organisms • Personal tales of plantsman discovery through the study of plants If you enjoyed books like The Botany of Desire, What a Plant Knows, or The Soul of an Octopus, then you’ll love In Defense of Plants.
Discovering the Desert
Author: William Grovenor McGinnies
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
ISBN: 9780816507283
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
McGinnies's book is an excellent review of all aspects of the Sonoran desert and its mountains: geographic, climatic, and geologic.ÑAmerican Scientist "This book provides a fascinating introduction to desert life in the Southwest."ÑTrue West "This true labor of love by an outstanding arid lands authority will broaden horizons, deepen understanding, and heighten awareness of the debt we owe to the founders of the Desert Laboratory."ÑArizona Highways "A great source of revelation. . . . Easy and enjoyable to read and has left me with a great respect for the diversity of ways in which desert plants adapt to extremes."ÑSylvia Martinelli, Journal of Arid Environments
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
ISBN: 9780816507283
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
McGinnies's book is an excellent review of all aspects of the Sonoran desert and its mountains: geographic, climatic, and geologic.ÑAmerican Scientist "This book provides a fascinating introduction to desert life in the Southwest."ÑTrue West "This true labor of love by an outstanding arid lands authority will broaden horizons, deepen understanding, and heighten awareness of the debt we owe to the founders of the Desert Laboratory."ÑArizona Highways "A great source of revelation. . . . Easy and enjoyable to read and has left me with a great respect for the diversity of ways in which desert plants adapt to extremes."ÑSylvia Martinelli, Journal of Arid Environments
The Journal of Ecology
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Category : Animal ecology
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
Vols. 16-21 include supplement: British empire vegetation abstracts.
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Category : Animal ecology
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
Vols. 16-21 include supplement: British empire vegetation abstracts.
Ecology of the Saguaro
Author: Warren F. Steenbergh
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Category : Botany
Languages : en
Pages : 268
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Category : Botany
Languages : en
Pages : 268
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Journal of the American Society of Agronomy
Author: American Society of Agronomy
Publisher:
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Category : Agriculture
Languages : en
Pages : 810
Book Description
An international journal of agriculture and natural resource sciences.
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Category : Agriculture
Languages : en
Pages : 810
Book Description
An international journal of agriculture and natural resource sciences.
Ecology of the Saguaro : II, Reproduction, Germination, Establishment, Growth, and Survival of the Young Plant
Author: Warren F. Steenbergh
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Category : Desert ecology
Languages : en
Pages : 266
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Publisher:
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Category : Desert ecology
Languages : en
Pages : 266
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Journal of the American Society of Agronomy
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Category : Agronomy
Languages : en
Pages : 306
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Category : Agronomy
Languages : en
Pages : 306
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Plant Roots
Author: Yoav Waisel
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 0824744748
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1749
Book Description
The third edition of a standard resource, this book offers a state-of-the-art, multi-disciplinary presentation of plant roots. It examines structure and development, assemblage of root systems, metabolism and growth, stressful environments, and interactions at the rhizosphere. Reflecting the explosion of advances and emerging technologies in the field, the book presents developments in the study of root origin, composition, formation, and behavior for the production of novel pharmaceutical and medicinal compounds, agrochemicals, dyes, flavors, and pesticides. It details breakthroughs in genetics, molecular biology, growth substance physiology, biotechnology, and biomechanics.
Publisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 0824744748
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1749
Book Description
The third edition of a standard resource, this book offers a state-of-the-art, multi-disciplinary presentation of plant roots. It examines structure and development, assemblage of root systems, metabolism and growth, stressful environments, and interactions at the rhizosphere. Reflecting the explosion of advances and emerging technologies in the field, the book presents developments in the study of root origin, composition, formation, and behavior for the production of novel pharmaceutical and medicinal compounds, agrochemicals, dyes, flavors, and pesticides. It details breakthroughs in genetics, molecular biology, growth substance physiology, biotechnology, and biomechanics.