Biology and Ecology of Norway Spruce. 2007. (Forestry Sciences, Volume 78). 474 p. gr8vo. Hardcover.

Contents (partly): Paleorecord of Norway spruce/ Morphology/ Taxonomy/ Geographic distribution/ The Central European disjunctions in the range of Norway Spruce/ Anatomy, embryology, and karyology. Bud structure and shoot development/ Growth and nutrition/ Hormonal regulation of growth and development/ Genetics/ Mycorrhiza/ Outline of ecology/ Tree health/ Silviculture of Norway Spruce/ Norway spruce function in polluted environments/ etc.



A definitive and comprehensive synthesis of the biology and ecology of Norway spruce in a single volume

An essential reference for all those concerned with the ecology and management of natural and planted Norway spruce

Integrates classic and contemporary literature, including research and forestry practices from Central and Eastern Europe and Russia

Fifteen chapters authored by experts cover all aspects of the life history and ecology of the species, ranging from anatomy and morphology to taxonomy and biogeography

Richly illustrated and thorough descriptions of biological, physiological, and ecological processes