The Canker Of The Larch (1891)

By John Bennett Carruthers

Book Overview

The Canker Of The Larch is a book written by John Bennett Carruthers and published in 1891. The book is a detailed account of the disease that affects the larch tree, known as canker. The author provides a comprehensive description of the symptoms, causes, and effects of the disease on the larch tree. The book also includes illustrations and photographs of the affected trees to help readers understand the disease better.The author begins by describing the history of the larch tree and its importance in the timber industry. He then goes on to explain how the disease was first discovered and how it spreads from one tree to another. The book also provides information on the different types of canker, their symptoms, and how they affect the tree's growth and overall health.The author also discusses the various methods used to control and prevent the spread of canker, including pruning infected branches, using fungicides, and planting resistant varieties of larch. The book concludes with a discussion on the economic impact of canker on the timber industry and the importance of early detection and prevention of the disease.Overall, The Canker Of The Larch is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the health and well-being of the larch tree, as well as those involved in the timber industry. The book provides a wealth of information on the disease and its effects, and offers practical solutions for its control and prevention.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120732905
• ISBN13: 9781120732903
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 20 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 10.8"