Hill’s Economic Botany

Author: R.L. Prasad

Brand: screen innovations

Edition: Sixth Edition

Features:

• Updated Classic: Experience a modernized rendition of Albert F. Hill's acclaimed "ECONOMIC BOTANY," tailored for the Indian audience after five years of meticulous updates.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Explore 23 chapters discussing a diverse range of plants crucial for food, medicine, and industry, with a focus on those significant in both Indian and American contexts.
• In-depth Insights: Gain deeper understanding with new sections on plant chemistry, pharmaceuticals, and food safety, illuminating the multifaceted roles of plants in human well-being.
• Concept of an action and general chemistry of psychoactive drugs
• Fundamentals of Economic classification of plants
• Factors that influence the mechanical properties of wood
• Visual Enhancement: Enrich your learning with nearly 300 vivid illustrations and diagrams, aiding comprehension of cultivation techniques, plant characteristics, and utilization.
• Supplementary Resources: Access additional materials such as detailed appendices and a glossary, providing comprehensive support for enthusiasts, scholars, and professionals alike
• The Impotance of Plant and Plant Products of Mankind
• Imortancet timber plants of India and their iodentification through woods

Binding: paperback

Number Of Pages: 752

Release Date: 01-12-2024

Details: Discover the ultimate guide to botanical treasures with our updated edition of 'ECONOMIC BOTANY,' tailored specifically for India. This modern rendition, meticulously crafted over five years, honors the essence of Albert F. Hill's renowned work while incorporating contemporary insights. Spanning 23 comprehensive chapters, delve into the diverse realm of plants utilized for sustenance and healing, from ancient origins to contemporary applications. Exploring cultivation techniques, historical significance, and current utilization, this book sheds light on plants pivotal to both Indian and American contexts. Updated tables offer invaluable insights into production statistics and nutritional benefits, while enhanced coverage of plant chemistry underscores their multifaceted roles in medicine and nutrition. With nearly 300 illustrations and diagrams enriching comprehension, additional sections delve into pharmaceuticals and food safety, catering to a wide audience. Concluding with supplementary materials, including in-depth appendices and a glossary, this definitive resource is a must-have for enthusiasts, scholars, and professionals alike

EAN: 9789388716994

Package Dimensions: 9.4 x 5.9 x 1.6 inches

Languages: English