Prosopis: Properties, Uses and Diversity

Name: Prosopis: Properties, Uses and Diversity
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Intro
Contents
Preface
Acknowledgments
Chapter 1
Ecosystem Services of the Prosopis caldenia Woodlands in the Argentinean Pampas
Abstract
Caldén (Prosopis caldenia Burkart) Woodlands in Argentina
Biogeography: Caldén Woodlands in El Espinal Phytogeographic Region
Caldén Woodlands' Botanical Composition: Trees, Shrubs and Herbaceous Species
Characterization of Climate and Soils in the Caldén Woodlands
The Semi-Arid Climate in the Caldén Woodlands
Geological and Edaphic Characterization of the Caldén Woodlands
Fauna Characterization
Land Use History of the Caldén Woodlands
The First Period: XVI Century to the End of the XIX Century
The Second Period: End of the XIX Century to the Middle of the XX Century
Third Period: Mid XX Century to the Present
Changes in the Physiognomy and Structure of the Woodlands as a Historic Process
Ecosystem Services of the Prosopis Caldenia Woodlands in the Context of Global Change
Goods of the Caldén Woodlands
Goods Derived from Wood
Wood Production
Goods Derived from Sources Other Than Wood
Prosopis Caldenia Forests as Forage and Shade Sources
Apiculture
Food and Medicine
Cultural and Recreational Goods: Tourism and Hunting
Caldén Woodlands Services
Regulation Services: Mitigation of Water and Wind Erosion Processes
Biomass in Prosopis Caldenia Woodlands, Its Role in the Carbon Cycle and Its Value as a Bioenergetic Source
Prosopis Caldenia Woodlands Ecosystem Regulation Services: Biodiversity and Human Health
Forest Support Services: Biocontrol Agents
Biodiversity Conservation
Loss of Ecosystem Services: The Challenge of Safeguarding the Goods and Services of the Caldén Woodlands
References
Chapter 2
Environmental Fluoride Pollution and Its Removal by Hyperaccumulator Plant Prosopis juliflora Using Phytoremediation Technology
Abstract
1. Introduction
1.1. Environmental Sources of Fluoride
1.1.1. F in Minerals and Soils
1.1.2. F in Natural Water
1.1.3. Volcanic Ash/Rocks
1.1.4. Anthropogenic Sources: Industrial Sources/Fly Ash
1.1.5. Fertilizers
1.1.6. Food and Vegetation
1.2. Pathway of F Movement and Transfer in Environment
1.3. Accumulation of F in Plants
1.4. Uptake of Fluoride through Plants
1.5. Uptake and Transport of F by the Roots
1.6. Transport of F in Roots by Apoplastic and Symplastic Pathways
1.7. Shoot Transport
1.8. Effects of Fluoride on Vegetation, Growth and Yield
1.9. Effect of Fluoride on Pigments
1.10. Effect of Fluoride on Enzymes
2. Mechanism of F toxicity in Plants
2.1. Solution to the Fluoride Problem
2.1.1. Alternate Water Sources
2.1.2. Better Nutrition
2.1.3. Defluoridation of Water
2.1.4. Phytoremediation
References
Chapter 3
Prosopis Genus: Potential Uses and Applications with Special Reference to Public Health and in Veterinary Medicine
Abstract
Introduction
Adaptability of Prosopis Species to Ecosystems
Phytochemistry and Biological Activity of the Genus Prosopis
Ethnopharmacological Uses of Prosopis Species
Potential Use of Prosopis Species in Disease Control
Prosopis Species in the Control of Diseases of Animals
Exploring the Potential Use of Prosopis Species as a Natural Antiparasitic in Animals
Conclusion
References
Chapter 4
Enriched Piperidine Alkaloid Extract from Mesquite as a Feed Additive for Ruminants
Abstract
Mesquite as a Feed Resource
Monensin versus Enriched Mesquite Piperidine Alkaloid Extract (MPA)
Bioactive Effects of MPA
Main Effects of MPA in the Feed of Ruminants
Performance Indexes of Ruminants Fed Diets with MPA
Conclusion
References
Chapter 5
Neurotoxicity of Prosopis juliflora: Use of In Vitro Study Models to Clarify Mechanisms of Action of Piperidine Alkaloids
Abstract
1. Introduction
2. Piperidine Alkaloids Are the Neurotoxic Compounds from P. juliflora
3. Toxicity in Glial Cells and Glial Response
3.1. Astrogliosis and Astrocyte-Neuron Interaction
3.2. Microgliosis and Microglia-Neuron Interaction
4. Ultrastructural Changes Revealed the Mechanism of Alkaloids Action
5. Open Questions
Conclusion
References
Chapter 6
Therapeutic Potential of Prosopis juliflora against Cancer
Abstract
1. Introduction
2. A Brief Introduction to Prosopis juliflora
3. Phytochemicals Responsible for the Anticancer Activity
4. Available Reports of Anticancer Behavior and Mechanistic Approach
Conclusion and Prospects
References
Chapter 7
Prosopis juliflora Pollen Allergy
Abstract
1. Introduction
1.1. Prosopis juliflora Pollen Allergy
2. Material and Methods
3. Results and Discussion
3.1. Immunochemical Characterization of Prosopis juliflora Pollen Grains
3.2. Identification of Novel Allergens from Prosopis juliflora Pollen
3.2.1. Pro j 1
3.2.2. Pro j 2
3.3. Cross-Reaction among Allergenic Proteins of Prosopis juliflora Pollen Extract and Other Allergenic Proteins
3.3.1. Cross-Reaction of Pro j 1 with Other Members of Ole-Like Protein Family
3.3.2. Cross-Reaction of Pro j 2 with Other Members of Profilin Protein Family
Conclusion
References
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