
Genetics and Conservation of Rare Plants
Oxford University Press Inc
Published on 19. March 1992
Book
Hardback
304 pages
978-0-19-506429-2 (ISBN)
Description
This unique work summarizes our current knowledge of the genetics and population biology of rare plants, and integrates it with practical conservation recommendations. It features discussions on the distribution and significance of genetic variation, management and evaluation of rare plant germplasm, and conservation strategies for genetic diversity. Case studies focusing on specific problems offer important insights for today's challenges in rare plant conservation.
Reviews / Votes
'this volume has been well edited, has a wealth of information bringing together some 850 references and has been produced to a high standard ... The book is an important step towards practical action. Botanists and conservationists will find it a useful addition to the literature.'Watsonia 'a seminal volume that will have a major influence in shaping plant conservation strategies long into the future ... It is a must for all interested in plant conservation.'
David Ingram, Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh, Genetical Research, Volume 61, 1993 This very useful book is much recommended for anyone concerned with the nature protection. It will be welcomed by all readers interested in modern methods of population biology and genetics in relation to conservation strategies for rare plant species. * Jitka Stepankova *
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
halftones, line drawings, maps, tables
Dimensions
Height: 240 mm
Width: 161 mm
Thickness: 21 mm
Weight
622 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-506429-2 (9780195064292)
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Additional editions

Donald A. Falk | Kent E. Holsinger
Genetics and Conservation of Rare Plants
E-Book
11/1991
OUP eBook
€115.99
Available for download
Persons
Editor
Executive DirectorExecutive Director, Center for Plant Conservation, Boston
Assistant Professor of BiologyAssistant Professor of Biology, University of Connecticut
Content
Section One: Population biology and genetics of rare species; Section Two: Distribution and sampling of genetic variation; Section Three: Management and assessment of off-site collections; Section Four: Conservation strategies for genetic diversity.