Physiological Plant Ecology

Physiological Plant Ecology

Author: Malcolm C. Press

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2002-08

Total Pages: 510

ISBN-13: 9780521549295

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The last decade has seen rapid and major advances in our understanding of the physiological ecology of plants. This volume reviews some of these advances and new challenges. The chapters cover five broad themes: resource acquisition and utilization; interactions between organisms; responses to global environmental changes; ecosystems; and integration and scaling. This book brings together an unrivalled collection of leading practitioners in the discipline from North America, Europe and Australia and adopts a broad approach, ranging from the molecular to the ecosystem level. It has proven a valuable tool for researchers and advanced students in the discipline.


Mangrove Ecology, Silviculture and Conservation

Mangrove Ecology, Silviculture and Conservation

Author: Peter Saenger

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2013-06-29

Total Pages: 369

ISBN-13: 9401599629

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Mangroves are a fascinating group of plants that occur on tropical and subtropical shorelines of all continents, where they are exposed to saltwater inundation, low oxygen levels around their roots, high light and temperature conditions, and periodic tropical storms. Despite these harsh conditions, mangroves may form luxuriant forests which are of significant economic and environmental value throughout the world - they provide coastal protection and underpin fisheries and forestry operations, as well as a range of other human activities. This book provides an up-to-date account of mangrove plants from around the world, together with silvicultural and restoration techniques, and the management requirements of these communities to ensure their sustainability and conservation. All aspects of mangroves and their conservation are critically re-examined. Those activities which threaten their ongoing survival are identified and suggestions are offered to minimise their effects on these significant plant communities.


Contributions to the ecology of halophytes

Contributions to the ecology of halophytes

Author: David N. Sen

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-12-06

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 940098037X

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The ecology of halophytes has a wide scope of interest, appealing to people of many disciplines. It covers widely different fields such as climatology, soil science, phytogeography, adaptive biology and agriculture. Ecologists study these specialized plants in relation to estuarine ecosystems, biology of dominant genera, germination ecology, water relations, salt secretion, and senescence. The present volume is divided into three parts and attempts to elucidate new aspects of the problems faced by this special group of plants. It tries to give the reader an overall view of saline environments and the ecology of plants found therein. In the first chapter of part one Zahran presents the halophytic vegetation of Egypt, which includes the inland and the littoral (Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea) salt marshes. The plants he describes have been classified as succulents, excretives and cumulatives, according to their adaptability to saline soils and according to their different life-forms. The second chapter throws light on the estuarine ecosystem ofIndia. The estuaries are described by Joshi, and Bhosale as being rich in diversity of mangrove species. Making varied use of estuarine ecosystems is not only possible, but also essential because they are the meeting point between terrestrial and marine life.


Mangrove Ecosystem: Structure and Function

Mangrove Ecosystem: Structure and Function

Author: V.P. Singh

Publisher: Scientific Publishers

Published: 2004-08-01

Total Pages: 319

ISBN-13: 9387913716

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The book presents an account of mangrove forest ecosystem, its structure and function. Mangroves are littoral plant formation found in tropical and sub-tropical countries and occurs on the margins of oceans and estuaries. In this book all the aspects of mangrove forest have been discussed. The biodiversity, floristic composition and taxonomy have been enumerated very nicely. The loss of mangrove forest and its conservation and management aspects have been given in details. A case study of mangrove forests of Andaman islands and South Japan has been documented in details. This is very good book for those who are working on mangrove ecology, taxonomy, physiology and coastal ecology.


Mangroves: Ecology, Biodiversity and Management

Mangroves: Ecology, Biodiversity and Management

Author: Rajesh P. Rastogi

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2021-10-01

Total Pages: 551

ISBN-13: 9811624941

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Mangroves are one of the most productive and biologically important blue-carbon ecosystems across the coastal intertidal zone of earth. In the current scenario of serious environmental changes like global warming, climate change, extreme natural disasters, mangrove forests play a vital role in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and maintaining ecosystem balance. Mangroves are unique ecosystems with rich biological diversity of different taxonomic groups exhibiting great ecological and commercial importance. The book consolidates existing and emerging information on ecology of mangroves, with a special reference to their biodiversity and management. It emphasizes on the role of mangroves in providing various ecological services. The book is a comprehensive compilation covering all aspects of mangrove ecology. It is useful for students and researchers in ecology, plants sciences and environmental sciences.


The Biology of Mangroves and Seagrasses

The Biology of Mangroves and Seagrasses

Author: Peter J. Hogarth

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 300

ISBN-13: 0198716559

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A comprehensive update of this popular and practical introduction to mangrove and seagrass biology providing a concise and affordable overview.


The Botany of Mangroves

The Botany of Mangroves

Author: P. B. Tomlinson

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 440

ISBN-13: 9780521466752

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A concise, descriptive overview of mangrove plants, with emphasis on individual species.