Prosopis: Properties, Uses and Diversity

Prosopis is a genus of flowering plants with economic and environmental benefits, including human and animal food. This book discusses experts' perspectives on ecosystems, pollution, public health, veterinary medicine, greenhouse effects, feed additives, neurotoxicity, cancer, and allergies. It aims to update scientific advances on Prosopis species and encourage their use in new strategies and technologies for a better world.

Format: Hardback
Length: 259 pages
Publication date: 01 July 2021
Publisher: Nova Science Publishers Inc

Prosopis, a captivating genus of flowering plants, thrives in subtropical and tropical regions across the Americas, Africa, and Asia. While certain invasive Prosopis species pose economic and environmental challenges, others provide a diverse array of benefits. Some Prosopis species serve as valuable sources of human and animal food, offering sustenance to impoverished communities. This comprehensive seven-chapter book delves into the perspectives of experts, aiming to update scientific knowledge on Prosopis species concerning vital themes such as ecosystems, pollution, public health, veterinary medicine, greenhouse effects, feed additives, neurotoxicity, cancer, and allergies. By reading these chapters, readers will gain a heightened awareness of the growing significance, importance, and impact of Prosopis species worldwide. It will also inspire and motivate them to explore new possibilities for applying Prosopis species in innovative strategies and technologies to create a better world.

Weight: 495g
ISBN-13: 9781536195927