Invasive Plant Species of the World: A reference guide to environmental weeds

By Ewald Weber

Book Overview

The problems caused by invasive species are being increasingly recognized worldwide. They can cause severe disruption to both natural and managed ecosystems. This book provides a reference guide to approximately 450 major invasive plant species. Each species has a one-page entry providing information on: life form, synonyms, and commercial use; geographic distribution; habitats invaded; description of morphology; ecology and control; key references.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0851996957
• ISBN13: 9780851996950
• Release Date: November 2003
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Length: 560 Pages
• Weight: 2.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.8" x 1.5" x 6.8"