Parasitic Orobanchaceae. Parasitic Mechanisms and Control Strategies. 2013. 81 (34 col.) figs. XVII, 513 p. gr8vo. Hardcover.

This book was written in response to significant recent advances in Orobanchaceae research and novel insights into themechanisms of parasitism. It consists of 26 contributions by internationally recognized leading scientists. The introductory chapter presents the diversity of plant parasitic families and clarifies the position of the Orobanchaceae. The remaining chapters are grouped into two parts .Part I The Orobanchaceae and Their Parasitic Mechanisms / Part II The Weedy Orobanchaceae and Their Control. - The first part provides cutting-edge information on all key aspects of parasitism, such as the structure, development and function of the haustorium; the physiology of the parasite-host association; host reactionto parasitic plants; seed production; germination; signaling mechanisms; evolution; and ecology. The second part is devoted to the weedy species and their management, offering and discussing strategies for parasitic wee control. Topics ofPart II include: an outline of the problem of weedy Orobanchaceae; the most important members; population diversity and dynamics; molecular diagnosis of parasite seed banks; crop resistance to parasites; management of parasitic weed seeds; chemical and biological control; and allelopathy. This book is intended for plant scientists, university lecturers and students, as well as agronomists and weed specialists, breeders and farmers, extension personnel and experts in tropical and subtropical agriculture.