Author: Robert F. HooverPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Phytogeography
Languages : en
Pages : 374
Book Description
Endemism in the Flora of the Great Valley of California
Author: Robert F. HooverPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Phytogeography
Languages : en
Pages : 374
Book Description
Endemism in the Flora of the Great Valley of California
Author: Robert Francis HooverPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Plants
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
Plant and Animal Endemism in California
Author: Susan HarrisonPublisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520275543
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
California is globally renowned for its biological diversity, including its wealth of unique, or endemic, species. Many reasons have been cited to explain this abundance: the complex geology and topography of its landscape, the special powers of its Mediterranean-type climate, and the historic and modern barriers to the wider dispersal of its flora and fauna. Plant and Animal Endemism in California compiles and synthesizes a wealth of data on this singular subject, providing new and updated lists of native species, comparing patterns and causes of both plant and animal endemism, and interrogating the classic explanations proposed for the state’s special significance in light of new molecular evidence. Susan Harrison also offers a summary of the innovative tools that have been developed and used in California to conserve and protect this stunning and imperiled diversity.
Pliocene Floras of California and Oregon
Author: Ralph W. ChaneyPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Paleobotany
Languages : en
Pages : 572
Book Description
Field Guide to Grasses of California
Author: James P. Smith Jr.Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520958438
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 449
Book Description
Grasses and grasslands are of increasing interest to conservationists, biologists, and gardeners. There are more than 300 species of native California grasses and they are found in almost every climate—from cool, wet forests to hot, dry deserts. Native grasses are also important to land restoration as they improve soil quality, increase water infiltration, and recycle nutrients. Their deep roots can tap soil water, which allows them to stay green year-round and to act as fire buffers around residences. Native grasses also provide vital habitat for many species of insects, birds, reptiles, and mammals. Despite their importance, grasslands remain one of the most underprotected of California's vegetation types, and native grasslands have undergone the greatest percentage loss of any habitat type in the state. Grasses are also among the most difficult plants to identify. Organized alphabetically, Field Guide to Grasses of California covers common native and naturalized grasses and, to help identify them, also features over 180 color illustrations.
Biological Report
Author: Terrestrial Vegetation of California, 3rd Edition
Author: Michael BarbourPublisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520933362
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 734
Book Description
This thoroughly revised, entirely rewritten edition of what is the essential reference on California’s diverse and ever-changing vegetation now brings readers the most authoritative, state-of-the-art view of California’s plant ecosystems available. Integrating decades of research, leading community ecologists and field botanists describe and classify California’s vegetation types, identify environmental factors that determine the distribution of vegetation types, analyze the role of disturbance regimes in vegetation dynamics, chronicle change due to human activities, identify conservation issues, describe restoration strategies, and prioritize directions for new research. Several new chapters address statewide issues such as the historic appearance and impact of introduced and invasive plants, the soils of California, and more.
Endemism in the Flora of California
Author: Alice EastwoodStage 2 Environmental Impact Report
Author: Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Environmental impact analysis
Languages : en
Pages : 744
Book Description
Landscape Restoration Handbook, Second Edition
Author: Donald HarkerPublisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 9781420048667
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 902
Book Description
Five years after the first edition of Landscape Restoration Handbook was published, its natural landscaping and ecological restoration techniques have become standard-and successful-practice throughout the nation. Now, the Landscape Restoration Handbook: Second Edition substantially widens the scope of the original work. Approximately 250 pages larger than the first edition, new and expanded chapters offer guidance on: Development of natural landscaping and ecological restoration programs Education, regional planning, and increased biological diversity Ecological communities species listings Scientific and common plant names associated with ecological communities Nurseries that propagate and sell native plants throughout the United States Naturalization has proven to be a "win-win" situation all around. Monetary costs that landowners are saving on maintenance and chemicals also translates to environmental benefits for the greater community. Landscape and golf course architects, urban planners, horticulturists, golf course superintendents and consultants have already put the Landscape Restoration Handbook to the test. Let the Second Edition bring you up-to-date on the numerous benefits of naturalization.