Fungal-Plant Interactions

Book Details

• Author: Susan Isaac

• Brand: Springer

• Edition: 1992 ed.

• Binding: Paperback

• Format: Illustrated

• Pages: 418

• ISBN: 9780412364709

• Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 0.9 inches

• Languages: English

About The Book

"Fungal-Plant Interactions" offers a detailed synthesis of fungal physiology, plant pathology, and biology, aimed at both undergraduate students and researchers. The book explores the intricate interactions between higher plants and fungi, covering both cellular and biochemical levels, as well as their ecological significance. It provides an integrated look at fungal physiology, plant physiology, and fungal ecology, often treated separately in traditional texts.

The book offers a modern treatment of how fungal invasion affects host plant physiology and biochemistry, with references to the latest experimental work and new techniques. It delves into the various strategies fungi use to interact with plants, ranging from mutualistic relationships to more harmful necrotrophic interactions. Additionally, it discusses the evolutionary significance of these interactions and their ecological importance.

Target Audience

This book is designed for students in plant biology, researchers in the fields of mycology and plant pathology, and professionals interested in understanding the complex relationships between fungi and plants.