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Growth Control in Woody Plants (Physiological Ecology)

By Stephen G. Pallardy , Theodore T. Kozlowski

Book information

Publisher
Academic Press
ISBN
0124242103, 9780124242104
LCC
QK731 .K67 1997
Open Library ID
OL1002519M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
20 MB (21371324 bytes)
Pages
641\398
Time added
2011-06-04 13:46:07

Description

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

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