Ecology and Biogeography of Pinus (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780521789103)

Pinus is a remarkable genus of trees with a very large distribution range in the northern hemisphere. Where they occur, pines usually form the dominant vegetation cover and are extremely important components of ecosystems. They also provide a wide range of products for human use. In many cases exploitation and other human pressures are threatening the survival of natural pine forests, although pines are also widely grown in commercial plantations, both within and outside their natural range. This book presents a definitive review of pine ecology and biogeography written by forty of the world's leading authorities on this important genus. In the face of increasing human pressure and global climate change, it provides an essential source of reference for all those concerned with the management of natural and planted pine forests.

Author: David M. Richardson
ISBN-10: 0521789109
ISBN-13: 9780521789103
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 07/31/2000
Pages: 548
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.49lbs
Size: 9.88h x 7.18w x 0.97d