Stanley J Kays, Stephen F Nottingham

Biology and Chemistry of Jerusalem Artichoke

Helianthus Tuberosus L.

• Gebundenes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

A comprehensive, up-to-date reference, Biology and Chemistry of Jerusalem Artichoke presents the unique, distinguishing properties of this underutilized crop. Citing a diverse cross-section of references, it reviews the history, classification, and morphology of the plant; details inulin chemistry, addressing properties and structure, extraction, and modification using organic and chemical processes; considers breeding methods, genetic resources and the heritability of important traits; and covers agronomic methods, storage, the economics of crop production, and future prospects for utilization. The book examines inulin use as a biofuel and its role in obesity and diabetes, as well as bone, blood, bowel, and immune health.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Bsp Books Pvt. Ltd.
• Seitenzahl: 496
• Erscheinungstermin: 13. August 2007
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 262mm x 190mm x 34mm
• Gewicht: 1071g
• ISBN-13: 9781420044959
• ISBN-10: 1420044958
• Artikelnr.: 22569928

Autorenporträt

Stanley J. Kays, Stephen F. Nottingham

Inhaltsangabe

Introduction: An Underutilized Resource
Nomenclature
Origin and History
Classification
Identification
Distribution
Plant Morphology and Anatomy
Chemical Composition and Inulin Chemistry
Value in Human and Animal Diets
Biomass and Biofuel
Genetic Resources
Breeding
and Cultivars
Propagation
Developmental Biology
Resource Allocation
and Yield
Pollinators
Pests and Diseases
Agronomic Practices
Storage
Economics
Appendix