In this Book
- Mesquite: History, Growth, Biology, Uses, and Management
- Book
- 2016
- Published by: Texas A&M University Press
- Series: Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Service Series
summary
Global problem or treasure? This question has accompanied the widespread and controversial mesquite tree wherever it grows and is studied around the world. In this comprehensive reference to the genus Prosopis, rangeland scientist Rodney Bovey has gathered and synthesized years of research in a book that reflects our current state of knowledge about the biology, morphology, and management of mesquite.
Environmentally adaptive, the mesquite is considered by many to be an invasive or a pest species, and Bovey addresses the concerns about mesquite encroachment worldwide. But he also explains its ecological importance in the prevention of erosion and desertification and in providing food and habitat for wildlife.
In addition, Bovey traces the uses of mesquite by humans and discusses the economics of growing and harvesting mesquite. A handy guide to the names, locations, distributions, habitat, structure, and uses of several species of mesquite is included in this benchmark publication for ecologists, range managers, biologists, landowners, and students of agriculture and ecosystem science.
Environmentally adaptive, the mesquite is considered by many to be an invasive or a pest species, and Bovey addresses the concerns about mesquite encroachment worldwide. But he also explains its ecological importance in the prevention of erosion and desertification and in providing food and habitat for wildlife.
In addition, Bovey traces the uses of mesquite by humans and discusses the economics of growing and harvesting mesquite. A handy guide to the names, locations, distributions, habitat, structure, and uses of several species of mesquite is included in this benchmark publication for ecologists, range managers, biologists, landowners, and students of agriculture and ecosystem science.
Table of Contents
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- Acknowledgments
- pp. xi-xii
- Chapter 7: The Mesquite Environment
- pp. 89-105
- Chapter 8: Uses of Mesquite
- pp. 106-120
- Chapter 9: Management of Mesquite
- pp. 121-172
- Chapter 10: Herbicide Physiology in Mesquite
- pp. 173-191
- Chapter 11: The Economics of Mesquite
- pp. 192-202
- Glossary of Terms Used in the Appendix
- pp. 225-226
- Literature Cited
- pp. 227-252
Additional Information
ISBN
9781623494292
Related ISBN(s)
9781623494285
MARC Record
OCLC
944179819
Pages
280
Launched on MUSE
2017-01-01
Language
English
Open Access
No