Mangrove Ecology, Silviculture and Conservation
Mangroves are a fascinating group of plants that occur on tropical and subtropical shorelines of all continents, where they are exposed to saltwater inundation, low oxygen levels around their roots, high light and temperature conditions, and periodic tropical storms. Despite these harsh conditions,...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Dordrecht
Springer Netherlands
2002, 2002
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| Edition: | 1st ed. 2002 |
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| Collection: | Springer Book Archives -2004 - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
Table of Contents:
- 1. Introduction: The Mangrove Environment
- 2. The Mangrove Flora
- 3. Adapting to the Mangrove Environment
- 4. Physico-chemical Factors and Mangrove Performance
- 5. Biotic Interactions and Mangrove Performance
- 6. Mangrove Structure and Classification
- 7. The Value of Mangroves
- 8. Mangrove Silviculture and Restoration
- 9. Conservation and Management of Mangroves
- 10. References