Product Description

This book provides a concise and comprehensive discussion of all major developmental, genetic and horticultural aspects of citriculture in an easily readable text. It covers the history, distribution and climatic adaptation of the crop, followed by taxonomy and systematics, including a horticultural classification of edible citrus species. Subsequent chapters cover tree structure and function, reproductive physiology, including flowering, fruiting, productivity, ripening, postharvest and fruit constituents. This valuable reference for professionals and advanced students also covers the main aspects of cultivated citrus, such as rootstocks, irrigation, pests, viruses and diseases, as well as genetic improvement, including the use of tissue culture and plant biotechnology. Contains many original illustrations specially produced for the book.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #906536 in Books
• Published on: 2008-01-21
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 244 pages

Review
'This work is of notable interest, based on the most up-to-date scientific and technical knowledge, which is undoubtedly useful for scholars of the subject and, in particular, for undergraduates as well as for students in advanced courses specialising in citriculture and horticulture.' P. L. Pisdani, Advances in Horticultural Science ' ... the best general source of information on citrus available at this time for anyone working with citrus.' Heinz K. Watscher, Hortscience ' ... ideal as an essential reference work for students and citrus specialists.' Fruits 'Biology of Citrus is easily read and highly recommended.' Patricia Broadbent, Annals of Botany

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"...the best general source of information on citrus available at this time for anyone working with citrus." HortScience

"The history and growing of citrus is described in a well-illustrated chapter that provides an excellent overview of the movement of different types of citrus within South East Asia, where it originated." L. Gene Albrigo, The Quarterly Review of Biology

"...an excellent treatment...well illustrated...very insightful..." L. Gene Albrigo, The Quarterly Review of Biology