Author |
Brown, Clair A. (Clair Alan), 1903-1982 |
Author |
Grelen, Harold E. |
Illustrator |
Jowers, Bryan A. |
Title |
Identifying Hardwoods Growing on Pine Sites
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Series Title |
Forest Service General Technical Report SO-15
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Note |
Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Credits |
Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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Summary |
"Identifying Hardwoods Growing on Pine Sites" by Clair A. Brown and Harold E. Grelen is a scientific publication produced in the late 20th century. The book serves as a comprehensive guide aimed at the identification of 26 hardwood species and varieties, with a particular focus on those that thrive in southern pine ecosystems. It includes detailed photographs and illustrations of different species, making it an essential resource for researchers, foresters, and anyone interested in understanding the diversity of hardwoods in these regions. The content is structured methodically, providing illustrations along with informative descriptions and a key to assist in the identification process of each species. It covers various types of oaks and hickories, detailing their unique characteristics such as leaf shapes, bark patterns, and fruits. The book also discusses the ecological importance of these hardwoods, emphasizing how they can often be overlooked in favor of the more commercially valued pines. By documenting the physical traits of these hardwoods, Brown and Grelen contribute valuable information for the sustainable management and utilization of forest resources in the southern United States. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
SD: Agriculture: Forestry
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Subject |
Hardwoods -- Southern States -- Identification
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
66012 |
Release Date |
Aug 8, 2021 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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