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Ecology of Seeds by Michael Fenner and Ken Thompson (2005, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherCambridge University Press
ISBN-100521653681
ISBN-139780521653688
eBay Product ID (ePID)30756207
Product Key Features
Number of Pages264 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameEcology of Seeds
SubjectLife Sciences / Ecology, Life Sciences / Botany
Publication Year2005
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaScience
AuthorMichael Fenner, Ken Thompson
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight15.2 Oz
Item Length9.8 in
Item Width6.5 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number2
Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN2004-045661
Dewey Edition22
TitleLeadingThe
Reviews"this is the best single introduction to the literature that we have, useful to students at all levels." ecoscience David F. Green, Concordia University, '... a major strength of this book is the care that the authors take throughout to set their review in the context of current ecological thinking and debate.' Annals of Botany, '… a major strength of this book is the care that the authors take throughout to set their review in the context of current ecological thinking and debate.' Annals of Botany, 'The editorial work of the book is of the highest standard ... I am sure that the science of ecology will benefit significantly from this book, which can be recommended to any researcher dealing with natural or semi-natural vegetation, and especially to plant ecologists, foresters or nature conservationists. For seed ecologists, Fenner and Thompson's book is a must.' Community Ecology, 'The editorial work of the book is of the highest standard … I am sure that the science of ecology will benefit significantly from this book, which can be recommended to any researcher dealing with natural or semi-natural vegetation, and especially to plant ecologists, foresters or nature conservationists. For seed ecologists, Fenner and Thompson's book is a must.' Community Ecology, ‘The Ecology of Seeds is an invaluable book and a must-have for all students and researchers concerned with seed ecology.‘Basic and Applied Ecology, 'A concise synthesis of seed ecology, this book makes an excellent undergraduate text. Extensive referencing and evaluation of current debates also makes it valuable for postgraduates and a welcome refresher for seasoned practitioners.' Journal of Experimental Agriculture, "The Ecology of Seeds is written in a lively style, is well edited and attractively laid out, and is very readable. I highly recommend The Ecology of Seeds to anyone interested in seeds, germination ecology, and regeneration of plant communities." Journal of the Torrey Botanical Society, 'The Ecology of Seeds is an invaluable book and a must-have for all students and researchers concerned with seed ecology.' Basic and Applied Ecology, 'Its accessible style will make it useful to all those interested in plant ecology, whether amateur, student, or those seeking to start or already engaged in related research.' Biologist, "presents everything there is to know on seeds and their relationship to plant life, diversity, and ecology." Connie Krochmal, editor of BellaOnline's Cacti and Succulents, "Reading this book will provide a person with the background to proceed further into the seed ecology literature, and the references will point him/her in the right direction to do this. This book is an excellent starting point for those interested in seed ecology." Jerry M. Baskin
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal581.467
Table Of ContentPreface; 1. Life histories, reproductive strategies and allocation; 2. Pre-dispersal hazards; 3. Seed dispersal; 4. Soil seed banks; 5. Seed dormancy; 6. Germination; 7. Post-dispersal hazards; 8. Seedling establishment; 9. Gaps, regeneration and diversity; References; Index.
SynopsisA succinct review of the ecological aspects of seed biology which encompasses a wide range of concepts of general relevance to plant ecology, reflecting the central role that the study of seed ecology has played in elucidating many fundamental aspects of plant community function., How many seeds should a plant produce, and how often? Why and how are seeds dispersed, and what are the implications for the diversity and composition of vegetation? These are some of the questions tackled in this extensive review of the role of seeds in plant ecology. The text encompasses a wide range of concepts of relevance to plant ecology, reflecting the central role of seed ecology in clarifying many fundamental aspects of plant community function., What determines the number and size of the seeds produced by a plant? How often should it reproduce them? How often should a plant produce them? Why and how are seeds dispersed, and what are the implications for the diversity and composition of vegetation? These are just some of the questions tackled in this wide-ranging review of the role of seeds in the ecology of plants. The authors bring together information on the ecological aspects of seed biology, starting with a consideration of reproductive strategies in seed plants and progressing through the life cycle, covering seed maturation, dispersal, storage in the soil, dormancy, germination, seedling establishment, and regeneration in the field. The text encompasses a wide range of concepts of general relevance to plant ecology, reflecting the central role that the study of seed ecology has played in elucidating many fundamental aspects of plant community function.
LC Classification NumberQK661 .F45 2004
