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Bamboo: The Plant and its Uses

Book information

Publisher
Springer International Publishing
Year
2015
ISBN
978-3-319-14132-9, 978-3-319-14133-6
DOI
10.1007/978-3-319-14133-6
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
14 MB (14320132 bytes)
Series
Tropical Forestry 10
Edition
1
Pages
356\362
Time added
2015-04-23 16:00:00

Description

This book presents the state-of-the-art knowledge on bamboo. It starts with an introduction to the plant’s biology, its taxonomy, habitat, morphology and growth. The cultivation of bamboo is discussed in terms of silviculture, pests and diseases, and harvesting techniques. The book is completed by a comprehensive presentation of the properties of bamboo, its utilization and its preservation. Bamboo is the fastest-growing and most versatile plant on Earth. For centuries it has played an indispensible part in the daily life of millions of people in tropical countries. In recent decades it has gained increasing importance as a substitute for timber. The book was developed as a reference text for scientists, professionals, and graduate students with a strong interest in this unique plant.

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