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Parthenium Weed - Biology, Ecology and Management

English · Hardback

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This book explores the most important aspects of the biology, ecology and management of what is one of the world's worst weeds. Originally regarded as a major weed in Australia and India, Parthenium weed is now widespread in around 48 countries in Africa, Asia and the South Pacific, and has the potential to spread to new countries in Africa, Asia and Europe. This book, which is a collective effort by 27 members of the International Parthenium Weed Network, addresses research and knowledge gaps for different countries. It examines the weed's mode of spread, its impact on agricultural production, its effect on the environment and on human health, and its management using biological control, as well as cultural, physical and chemical approaches. It also considers the coordination of the weed's management, possible uses for Parthenium weed, its present distribution and how this is impacted by climate change. This book includes: A detailed analysis of Parthenium weed biology.Experiences with Parthenium weed worldwide. An explanation of practical management options.This book will be of interest to graduate students and researchers in universities and institutes, in the fields of plant ecology, botany, agriculture, conservation and restoration ecology.

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This book explores the most important aspects of the biology, ecology and management of "the world's worst weed". Covering its mode of spread and its impact upon agricultural production, the environment and human health, it also reviews management techniques, the possible uses of Parthenium weed, its distribution and the impact of climate change.

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Assisted by Stephen Adkins (Editor), Stephen (The University of Queensland Adkins (Editor), Kunjithapatham Dhileepan (Editor), Kunjithapatham (Biosecurity Queensland Dhileepan (Editor), Asad Shabbir (Editor), Asad (University of Sydney Shabbir (Editor)
Publisher CAB INTERNATIONAL
 
Languages English
Product format Hardback
Released 31.12.2018
 
EAN 9781780645254
ISBN 978-1-78064-525-4
No. of pages 338
Dimensions 173 mm x 246 mm x 28 mm
Weight 953 g
Series CABI Invasives Series
Cabi Invasives
CABI Invasives Series
Cabi Invasives
Subjects Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Biology > Botany
Non-fiction book > Nature, technology > Nature: general, reference works
Social sciences, law, business > Business > Individual industrial sectors, branches

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