Introduction To California Soils And Plants
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Introduction To California Soils And Plants
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Author : Arthur R. Kruckeberg
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date : 2023-11-10
Introduction To California Soils And Plants written by Arthur R. Kruckeberg and has been published by Univ of California Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-11-10 with Nature categories.
Carnivorous pitcher plants, pygmy conifers, and the Tiburon jewel flower, restricted to a small patch of serpentine soil on Tiburon Peninsula in Marin County, are just a few of California's many amazing endemic plants—species that are unique to particular locales. California boasts an abundance of endemic plants precisely because it also boasts the richest geologic diversity of any place in North America, perhaps in the world. In lively prose, Arthur Kruckeberg gives a geologic travelogue of California's unusual soils and land forms and their associated plants—including serpentines, carbonate rocks, salt marshes, salt flats, and vernal pools—demonstrating along the way how geology shapes plant life. Adding a fascinating chapter to the story of California's remarkable biodiversity, this accessible book also draws our attention to the pressing need for conservation of the state's many rare and fascinating plants and habitats. *148 outstanding, accurate photographs, more than 100 incolor, illustrate California's diverse flora *Covers a wide range of locations including the Channel Islands, the Central Valley, wetlands, bristlecone pine forests, and bogs and fens *Provides selected trip itineraries for viewing the state's geobotanical wonders *Includes information on human influences on the California landscape from the early Spanish explores through the gold rush and to the present
Introduction To California Soils And Plants
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Author : Arthur R. Kruckeberg
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2006
Introduction To California Soils And Plants written by Arthur R. Kruckeberg and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Plant-soil relationships categories.
Carnivorous pitcher plants, pygmy conifers, and the Tiburon jewel flower are just a few of California's endemic plants featured in this natural history guide. Includes 148 outstanding, accurate photos--100 in color--and selected trip itineraries for viewing the state's geobotanical wonders.
Introduction To California Plant Life
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Author : Robert Ornduff
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date : 2023-11-10
Introduction To California Plant Life written by Robert Ornduff and has been published by Univ of California Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-11-10 with Nature categories.
California’s unique plants range in size from the stately Coast Redwoods to the minute belly plants of the southern deserts and in age from the four-thousand year-old Bristlecone Pines to ephemeral annuals whose life span can be counted in weeks. Available at last in a thoroughly updated and revised edition, this popular book is the only concise overview of the state’s remarkable flora, its plant communities, and the environmental factors that shape them. * 188 color photographs illustrate plants and typical plant communities around the state * New chapters give expanded discussions of the evolution of the California landscape, recent changes in California's flora, and more * Introduces basic concepts of plant taxonomy and plant ecology through clear examples and covers topics such as soil, climate, and geography
An Introduction To California Plant Life
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Author : Robert Ornduff
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date : 1974
An Introduction To California Plant Life written by Robert Ornduff and has been published by Univ of California Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1974 with Botany categories.
California's unique plants range in size from the stately Coast Redwoods to the minute belly plants of the southern deserts and in age from the four-thousand year. This book introduces basic concepts of plant taxonomy and plant ecology through clear examples and covers topics such as soil, climate, and geography.
Introduction To California Plant Life
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Author : Robert Ornduff
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2003
Introduction To California Plant Life written by Robert Ornduff and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Botany categories.
"Packed with new information, this revised guide will delight both the well informed and the novice." --Peter Raven, Director of the Missouri Botanical Garden
Introduction To Earth Soil And Land In California
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Author : David Carle
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date : 2010-09-15
Introduction To Earth Soil And Land In California written by David Carle and has been published by Univ of California Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-09-15 with categories.
Following his acclaimed guides to air, fire, and water, David Carle now offers a fascinating exploration of one more primary element of the natural world—the land beneath our feet. From earthworms and earthquakes to Earth Day, this concise, engaging guide is a multifaceted primer on the literal foundation of California’s environment. Carle tells how soil ecosystems function, discusses what lives in the soil, and examines various soil types. He then turns to the relationship between humans and the land, and investigates the various uses and abuses that land in California endures: large scale agriculture, mining, and development, as well as fires, floods, and erosion. The guide also details the history of land use in the state, making it an essential resource for understanding our total reliance on soil, the marvelous substrate that is the basis of life. • Covers the entire state, including California’s wildlands, farmland, cities, and landfills • Assesses California’s ecological footprint on planet Earth • Discusses many different life forms found in soil, including bacteria, fungi, insects, and mammals • Features 92 color photographs and 18 maps A book in the Californians and Their Environment subseries, dedicated to understanding human influences on the state's ecology and natural resources
Introduction To California Chaparral
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Author : Ronald D. Quinn
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date : 2006-09-20
Introduction To California Chaparral written by Ronald D. Quinn and has been published by Univ of California Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-09-20 with Nature categories.
This book will introduce general readers to the plants and animals associated with chaparral and review for biologists and land managers its natural history, ecology, and management challenges.
Introduction To Fire In California
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Author : David Carle
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date : 2008-08-04
Introduction To Fire In California written by David Carle and has been published by Univ of California Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-08-04 with Nature categories.
“Carle does an excellent job of telling complex social, biological, and physical stories in a way that makes them not only accessible, but also interesting.”—Neil G. Sugihara, coeditor of Fire in California's Ecosystems “A welcome contribution to the California Natural History Guides series that integrates the natural and cultural history of fire in California in an engaging style.”—James K. Agee, author of Steward's Fork and Fire Ecology of Pacific Northwest Forests
Introduction To Air In California
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Author : David Carle
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date : 2006-10-25
Introduction To Air In California written by David Carle and has been published by Univ of California Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-10-25 with Science categories.
What is air? Why is the sky blue? Why do people react favorably to mountain or sea air? How does desert air differ from the air of California’s Central Valley? How is air pollution affecting plants and animals? This book is a unique guide to the air we breathe in California. More than a natural history guide, it approaches this fascinating topic by recognizing the overwhelming role played by humans in the story of California’s air. In a highly engaging style, David Carle explains daily weather patterns, seasonal climate, characteristic winds, and sky phenomena. He explores air as the gases in our atmosphere, but also considers the aspects of air that influence all of our senses—its taste, smell, feel, and look. The guide discusses California’s history of air quality management, air pollution and its effect on humans and the environment, and the technological and individual measures needed to address these challenges. The book also functions as a handbook for more environmentally conscious living by providing information on alternative energy sources for consumers and tips for cleaner running cars. * Features 80 color photographs, 23 figures, 18 maps * Covers regional differences of topography, weather, and the character of the air in California’s fifteen designated air basins * Includes a field guide to the sky, explaining color and light, clouds and wind, and the nature of flight * Addresses issues surrounding global climate change in California A book in the Californians and Their Environment subseries, dedicated to understanding human influences on the state's ecology and natural resources
Growing California Native Plants Second Edition
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Author : Marjorie G. Schmidt
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date : 2012-02-25
Growing California Native Plants Second Edition written by Marjorie G. Schmidt and has been published by Univ of California Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-02-25 with Nature categories.
First published thirty years ago, the long-awaited second edition of Growing California Native Plants is the ideal hands-on native plant guide for both experienced and novice gardeners. In addition to the voluminous knowledge contributed by Marjorie G. Schmidt, now deceased, Katherine L. Greenberg has taken note of the vibrant state of today’s horticultural scene, adding plants and ideas that were little known when the book first appeared. Lavishly illustrated with 200 new color photographs, drawings, maps, and charts, this concise and easy-to-use reference covers trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, bulbs, grasses, and vines, and includes a plant selection guide for quick reference. The authors, whose combined experience spans six decades, take California’s summer-dry climate and restricted water supplies into account and provide helpful notes on companion plants and gardening with wildlife. Practical and informative, Growing California Native Plants is a valuable reference for gardeners everywhere in California and an enjoyable book simply to explore.