Stress Physiology of Woody Plants

Woody plants have unique growth and development habits that are challenged by multiple stresses year-round. This book provides a comprehensive review of physiological and molecular aspects of woody plants responding to major environmental stresses, including drought, nutrient deficiency, salinity, low temperature, oxidative stress, heavy metal, and multiple stresses. It bridges the gap between woody and herbaceous species and describes the uniqueness of woody plants in plant structure, growth and development, photosynthesis and respiration, and growth regulation. It serves as a textbook and major reference for students and researchers in plant physiology, horticulture, forestry, and plant molecular biology.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 296 pages
Publication date: 30 June 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Woody plants exhibit distinct growth and development patterns, as they are sessile and perennial species that face numerous stresses throughout their lives. These stresses can occur year-round or in repeated attacks, significantly impacting the plant's performance. A stress challenge in one season can have long-lasting consequences, affecting the plant's growth and productivity in subsequent seasons or even years. Therefore, woody plants have evolved specialized mechanisms to minimize the damage caused by diverse environmental stresses.

While all plant species share fundamental physiological processes, the unique anatomical structures, body sizes, growth habits, and life expectancies of woody species contribute to significant differences in their responses to environmental stresses compared to herbaceous plants. This is highlighted in the comprehensive book titled Stress Physiology of Woody Plants, written by a team of experts. The book consists of 11 chapters that delve into the intricacies of plant structure, growth, photosynthesis, respiration, and growth regulation in woody species. It summarizes the findings on the responses of woody plants to major environmental stresses, such as drought, nutrient deficiency, salinity, low temperature, oxidative stress, heavy metal, and multiple stresses.

One of the key features of this book is its comprehensive coverage of physiological and molecular aspects of woody plants responding to environmental stresses. It bridges the gap between woody and herbaceous species in the field of general physiology and stress physiology, providing valuable insights for students and researchers in these fields. The book meticulously describes the unique characteristics of woody plants in terms of plant structure, growth, photosynthesis, respiration, and growth regulation. It summarizes the physiological and molecular responses of woody plants to these environmental stresses, making it an essential textbook and major reference for students and researchers in plant physiology, horticulture, and related disciplines.

In conclusion, Stress Physiology of Woody Plants is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the physiological mechanisms underlying the responses of woody plants to environmental stresses. The book's comprehensive coverage, expert insights, and practical applications make it an essential textbook and major reference for students and researchers in plant physiology, horticulture, and related fields.

Weight: 550g
Dimension: 179 x 251 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032092775