Overview

The Asian beans and grams, the species of Vigna (subgenus Ceratotropis), include several legumes that are an essential component in the diets of a large proportion of Asia's population, and interest in these legumes is growing as ethnic cuisine spreads worldwide. However, this important group of legumes is little known compared to the closely related Phaseolus beans and soybean. That deficiency is addressed for the first time in this fully illustrated comprehensive conservation, genetics, taxonomic, and agricultural monograph on the genetic resources of the Asian Vigna. The book deals with the phylogeny of the group from the perspectives of morphological and molecular analyses, ex situ and in situ conservation, eco-geographical analyses, and research. In addition, morphological descriptions, keys, and eco-geographic details of each species in the group are provided. This genetic resources handbook and guide to the Asian Vigna will be a valuable reference for agriculturists, conservationists, taxonomists, other scientists, and students interested in the legumes and plant genetic resources.

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Author:   Norihiko Tomooka ,  D. Vaughan ,  Helen Moss ,  Nigel Maxted
Publisher:   Springer
Imprint:   Springer
Edition:   2002 ed.
Dimensions:   Width: 16.00cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 24.00cm
Weight:   0.466kg
ISBN:  

9789401039345

ISBN 10:   9401039348
Pages:   270
Publication Date:   05 November 2012
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

1. Introduction.- 1. Vigna Subgenus Ceratotropis in Context.- 2. Scope and Aims of the Book.- 3. Taxa Abbreviations.- 2. Biosystematic Background.- 1. Basic Structure of Subgenus Ceratotropis plants.- 2. Taxonomic History of Vigna Subgenus Ceratotropis.- 3. Taxonomic Key to Taxa in Subgenus Ceratotropis.- 3. Genetic Resources.- 1. Conserved Germplasm.- 2. Conservation Practices.- 4. Species Conspectus.- 1. Data Collection.- 2. Conspectus.- Plates 1–12.- 5. Eco-Geographic Analysis.- 1. Ecology.- 2. Genetic Erosion.- 3. Phytogeography and Conservation Priorities.- 6. Research and Future Perspectives.- 1. Research.- 2. Future Perspectives.- Appendix I.- Appendix II.- Specimen citation — herbarium specimens.- References.- Index to Scientific Names.

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