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This book explores the history and impact of the water hyacinth, an invasive aquatic plant native to the Amazon basin of South America. Introduced to Florida in the 1890s, this species has become a major concern for boaters, fishermen, and environmentalists alike. The author, a botanist from the US Department of Agriculture, documents the plant's rapid spread throughout the St. Johns River system, its effects on local industries and ecosystems, and the challenges faced in controlling its growth. The book delves into the complexities of eradicating this invasive plant, considering both mechanical and biological methods and discussing the potential for harnessing the plant's natural enemies to curb its spread. Thoroughly researched and engagingly written, this volume offers valuable insights into the pressing problem of invasive species and the search for sustainable solutions.
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The Water Hyacinth: And Its Relation to Navigation in Florida (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history and impact of the water hyacinth, an invasive aquatic plant native to the Amazon basin of South America. Introduced to Florida in the 1890s, this species has become a major concern for boaters, fishermen, and environmentalists alike. The author, a botanist from the US Department of Agriculture, documents the plant's rapid spread throughout the St. Johns River system, its effects on local industries and ecosystems, and the challenges faced in controlling its growth. The book delves into the complexities of eradicating this invasive plant, considering both mechanical and biological methods and discussing the potential for harnessing the plant's natural enemies to curb its spread. Thoroughly researched and engagingly written, this volume offers valuable insights into the pressing problem of invasive species and the search for sustainable solutions. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780428222840_0
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The Water Hyacinth
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The Water Hyacinth
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780428222840
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