Invasive Plants and Forest Ecosystems

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Invasive Plants and Forest Ecosystems

Botany and plant sciences Agricultural science Forestry and silviculture

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Language: English

Published by: CRC Press

Published on: 9th September 2008

Format: LCP-protected ePub

ISBN: 9781040206997


Introduction

As the worldwide human population explodes and trade becomes increasingly globalized, the transboundary movement of plant species from their place of origin to foreign regions is escalating and expected to experience continued growth in the coming decades.

Invasive non-native species pose one of the greatest challenges for natural resource managers who are charged with the maintenance of biological diversity and the sustainable production of forest resources.

About the Book

With international contributors presenting an informed and integrated approach to the control of havoc-wrecking species, Invasive Plants and Forest Ecosystems provides the most updated information on invading plants, their impacts on forest ecosystems, and control strategies.

This text addresses such important issues as the socioeconomic and policy aspects of plant invasion and offers complete coverage of their ecological impacts and the varied levels of threats in diverse situations.

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