Bamboo

The Plant and its Uses

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Biological Sciences, Botany, Technology, Agriculture & Animal Husbandry
Cover of the book Bamboo by , Springer International Publishing
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9783319141336
Publisher: Springer International Publishing Publication: March 17, 2015
Imprint: Springer Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9783319141336
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Publication: March 17, 2015
Imprint: Springer
Language: English

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.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

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.

More books from Springer International Publishing

Cover of the book Growth-Linked Securities by
Cover of the book Regenerative Medicine - from Protocol to Patient by
Cover of the book Dynamical Systems with Applications using Python by
Cover of the book Human Centered Software Product Lines by
Cover of the book Service Life Prediction of Exterior Plastics by
Cover of the book Values and Behavior by
Cover of the book Pervasive Computing Paradigms for Mental Health by
Cover of the book Engineering Asset Management 2016 by
Cover of the book Discrete Optimization and Operations Research by
Cover of the book Disassembly Automation by
Cover of the book Iran’s Foreign Policy After the Nuclear Agreement by
Cover of the book New Perspectives on Paternalism and Health Care by
Cover of the book Business Process Management by
Cover of the book Advanced Intelligent Systems for Sustainable Development (AI2SD’2018) by
Cover of the book Engineering Mathematics I by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy