Aquatic Weeds The Ecology and Management of Nuisance Aquatic Vegetation

by Pieterse, Arnold H.; Murphy, Kevin J.

• ISBN13: 9780198541813
• ISBN10: 0198541813
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 1990-08-09
• Publisher: Oxford University Press

Summary

This new book, published for the European Weed Research Society, provides a detailed overview of the management of aquatic weeds, which cause serious problems in bodies of water throughout the world. This state-of-the-art review includes worldwide coverage of these undesirable organisms. It provides readers with information on the ecology and management of aquatic weeds, as well as in-depth discussion of environmental consequences of weed control methods. Valuable appendix materials give useful listings of the weeds, biological control agents used against aquatic weeds, and herbicides used in fresh waters.

Table of Contents

Concepts, Ecology, and Characteristics of Aquatic Weeds

Introduction

General Biology and Ecology of Aquatic Weeds

Origin, Autecology, and Spread of Some of the World's Most Troublesome Aquatic Weeds

Ecophysiology of the World's Most Troublesome Aquatic Weeds

Flow Resistance by Aquatic Weeds

Relation Between Aquatic Weeds and Public Health

Management of Aquatic Weeds

Physical Control of Aquatic Weeds

Chemical Control of Aquatic Weeds

Biological Control of Aquatic Weeds

Introduction to Biological Control of Aquatic Weeds

Biological Control of Aquatic Weeds by Means of Athropods

Biological Control of Aquatic Weeds by Means of Fungi

Biological Control of Aquatic Weeds by Means of Phytophagous

Present Status and Prospects of Integrated Control of Aquatic Weeds

Survey and Monitoring of Aquatic Weed Problems and Control Operations

Relationships Between Survival Strategy of Aquatic Weeds and Control Measures

Models on Metabolism of Aquatic Weeds and their Application Potential

Practical Uses of Aquatic Weeds

Aquatic Weed Problems and Management in Various Parts of the World

Aquatic Weed Problems and Management in Europe

Aquatic Weed Problems and Management in Asia

Aquatic Weed Problems and Management in Africa

Aquatic Weed Problems and Management in Australasia

Aquatic Weed Problems and Management in North America

Aquatic Weed Problems and Management in the Western United States and Canada

Aquatic Weed Problems and Management in the Eastern United States and Canada

Aquatic Weed Problems and Management in South and Central America,

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