The Study Of Cacti
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The Study Of Cacti
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Author : Vera Higgins
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1946
The Study Of Cacti written by Vera Higgins and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1946 with Cactus categories.
Identifying Cacti
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Author : Charles Glass
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1996
Identifying Cacti written by Charles Glass and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Cactus categories.
An illustrated identification guide to eight different groups of cacti.
Identifying Cacti
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Author : Charles Glass
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2004
Identifying Cacti written by Charles Glass and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Cactus categories.
Cacti
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Author : Park S. Nobel
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date : 2002-07-10
Cacti written by Park S. Nobel 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 2002-07-10 with Nature categories.
"There is nothing in the world like this book. It should be in every library and on the bookshelves of all those interested in cacti. The book will be an important resource for plant physiology, agronomy, and horticulture classes at both the undergraduate and graduate level."—Bruce Smith, Brigham Young University "Cacti: Biology and Uses is a landmark publication of one of the world's most unique group of plants. Park Nobel, a leading authority on succulent plants, has assembled a collection of contributions that spans a wide range of issues extending from basic systematics, anatomy, physiology and ecology to considerations of conservation and human uses of this diverse group of plants. This nicely-produced and well-illustrated volume provides a resource that will be of great use to a wide range of scientists, practitioners, and enthusiasts of this plant group."—Harold Mooney, Paul S. Achilles Professor of Environmental Biology, Stanford University
The Cactus Primer
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Author : Arthur C. Gibson
language : en
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Release Date : 1986
The Cactus Primer written by Arthur C. Gibson and has been published by Harvard University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1986 with Nature categories.
The Cactus Primer presents the amateur cactophile with an excellent introduction to cactus biology and provides the informed reader with an invaluable summary of the last forty years' research. This book goes far beyond books that instruct readers in the propagation, growth, and care of these plants; addressing matters of more scientific interest, it takes an integrated approach to the presentation of the form, physiology, evolution, and ecology of cacti. The book is unique in that it combines the descriptive morphology and physiology documented in the scientific literature with more general observations found in popular publications on cacti. It provides a new generic classification of the cacti and contains much new information, including data on photosynthesis, heat and cold tolerance, computer modeling of ribs, and the effects of spines. Enhanced by over 400 illustrations and supplemented with an extensive glossary, this book will appeal to cactus enthusiasts interested in the classification and growth of cacti, as well as to plant biologists who use cacti to illustrate desert adaptation and convergent evolution. Written in accessible style, The Cactus Primer is bound to serve a dual function as both an instructive tool and a reference work in cactus biology for years to come.
Cacti
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Author : Marianna Rodrigues Santos
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2019
Cacti written by Marianna Rodrigues Santos and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019 with Cactus categories.
Cactaceae is a botanical family composed of arborescent, shrub, climbing, globose, discoid or epiphytic species, being almost all endemic to the Americas. Cactaceae occurs between latitudes 35o North and South, both at sea level and up to over 5000m altitude. In this way, their species have the capacity to grow in different ecosystems. However, the greatest diversity is found in arid and semi-arid regions, where they are important sources of resources for several species of vertebrates and invertebrates, mainly in the drought season, when there is a great shortage of resources.In addition, some species of cacti represent an important source of food resources for humans and their herds, as well as having enormous ornamental value. Thus, cacti have always aroused the because of their morphological peculiarities and chemical properties. Due to this, cacti have now been the subject of diverse studies. This book brings studies of several areas of plant biology, ecology, conservation and uses of cacti.The first four chapters compose the part related to ecology and conservation. Several species of Cactaceae in Brazil and the world are seriously endangered, with about 31% of the family categorized as threatened. Chapter 1 discusses the importance and how the ex situ conservation of cacti is carried out in the Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. In Chapter 2, the authors carried out population studies of two species of endemic cacti of Chapada Diamantina, Brazil, in order to evaluate the population structure of the species for decision-making in relation to their conservation. In Chapter 3, authors studied the biogeography and conservation of Discocactus species that are endemic to South America. In Chapter 4, the authors discuss the floral morphology and the ecological interactions highlighting the importance of conservation of cacti for ecosystems maintenance. Chapters 5 to 10 address issues related to the uses and significance of cacti. Chapter 5 discusses cacti of the genus Pereskia with a healthy diet alternative due to its nutritional properties. The toxicological evaluation, antinociceptive and anti-inflammatory effects of plant extracts is discussed in Chapter 6, specifically, roots of Cereus jamacaru. In Chapter 7 the use of fibers from Opuntia species in the manufacture of Agave juice is evaluated, due to the importance of including fibers in human consume, because dietary fiber may contribute in the prevention of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer and cardiovascular illnesses. The antioxidant activity of prickly pear of Opuntia is discussed in Chapter 8, because besides betalains, prickly pear contains vitamins and phenolics. In Chapter 9, the research describes the industrial applications of the berry as well as key points for future research. And in Chapter 10, bioactive compounds of Opuntia oligacantha were determined, as well as their antioxidant capacity, antimicrobial activity and shelf life.All the studies presented in this book are of great importance and serve as a basis for further research to be carried out to make the species of the Cactaceae family be seen beyond their ornamental value.
Columnar Cacti And Their Mutualists
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Author : Theodore H. Fleming
language : en
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
Release Date : 2019-05-28
Columnar Cacti And Their Mutualists written by Theodore H. Fleming and has been published by University of Arizona Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-05-28 with Nature categories.
A collection of writings on the ecology, evolution, and conservation of columnar cacti and their vertebrate mutualists, demonstrating that the survival of these cacti depends on animals who pollinate them and disperse their seeds.
Cacti And Succulents Handbook
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Author : Gideon F Smith
language : en
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Release Date : 2019-04-01
Cacti And Succulents Handbook written by Gideon F Smith and has been published by Fox Chapel Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-04-01 with Gardening categories.
Cacti and Succulents Handbook is your guide to the selection and cultivation of these diverse and fascinating plants. Appealing to both the novice and experienced gardener, this book provides a directory of more than 140 common species and varieties.
The Cacti Of The United States And Canada
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Author : Lyman David Benson
language : en
Publisher: Stanford, Calif. : Stanford University Press
Release Date : 1982
The Cacti Of The United States And Canada written by Lyman David Benson and has been published by Stanford, Calif. : Stanford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1982 with Science categories.
Cacti Of The Trans Pecos Adjacent Areas
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Author : A. Michael Powell
language : en
Publisher: Texas Tech University Press
Release Date : 2004
Cacti Of The Trans Pecos Adjacent Areas written by A. Michael Powell and has been published by Texas Tech University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Nature categories.
A Southwest Book of the Year * 2005 Southwest Book Award "[A] monumental study." --Review of Texas Books "A reliable and handy general reference for those with an interest in cacti inside and outside this region. Recommended." --Choice "These authors have . . . provided the world with the much needed scientific clarification on this family of succulent plants that humans have loved and hated for thousands of years." --Sida "Information: Wow! . . . For both lay readers and for researchers looking for lots of data about the cacti of this rich flora, this book offers fascinating details presented in a very readable fashion." --Cactus and Succulents Journal "This will be the standard reference for decades to come."--Southwest Books of the Year Of the 132 species and varieties of cacti in Texas, about 104 of them occur in the fifteen counties of the Trans-Pecos region. This volume includes full descriptions of those many genera, species, and varieties of cacti, with sixty-four maps showing the distribution of each species in the region. The descriptions follow the latest findings of cactus researchers worldwide and include scientific names; common names; identifying characters based on vegetative habit, flowers, fruit, and seeds; identification of flowerless specimens; and phenology and biosystematics. The introduction--full of details about the biology and morphology of the family Cactaceae, the uses of cacti, and the horticulture and conservation of cacti--is an important reference for general readers. More than three hundred beautiful full-color photographs of the cacti in flower and in fruit, all cross-referenced to their description in the text, highlight the book. A glossary of cactus terms, an exhaustive list of literature, and a thorough index complete the book.