Wood and Tree Fungi: Biology, Damage, Protection, and Use / Edition 1

by Olaf Schmidt

Overview

This book provides an up-to-date overview of the various wood and tree fungi that damage trees, lumber, and timber. Special focus is given to identification, prevention, and remediation techniques, and the book bridges the gap between research and application. It covers the fundamentals of cytology and morphology.

There is a more practical section describing damage by viruses and bacteria on trees. The habitats of wood fungi are described as well as tree care. Important tree pathogens and wood decay fungi are characterized for prevention and identification. The final section focuses on the positive effects of wood-inhabiting microorganisms.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783642068751
Publisher:	Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Publication date:	11/09/2010
Edition description:	Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2006
Pages:	336
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.24(d)

Table of Contents

Biology.- Physiology.- Wood Cell Wall Degradation.- Damages by Viruses and Bacteria.- Wood Discoloration.- Wood Rot.- Habitat of Wood Fungi.- Positive Effects of Wood-Inhabiting Microorganisms.

Editorial Reviews

From the reviews:

"The book (334 pages) is an updated revision of the German edition ‘Holdz-und Baumpilze’ from 1994. … The book is illustrated with 74 figures (12 coloured pictures) and 49 tables. … The book is of great interest to scientists, students, professionals working in wood protection, as well as foresters." (Benoit Marçais, Annals of Forest, Vol. 63 (2), 2007)

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