There is a pressing need for the publication of a comprehensive and up-to-date textbook on breeding ornamental flower crops, in light of the vast amount of research that has been conducted and the accumulated knowledge over the years. This textbook aims to keep readers informed of the latest developments in the field and to provide them with essential information on the cultivar improvement program for 37 ornamental and flower crops.
The opening chapters of the book offer a foundation in the subject, including its history and development, as well as an overview of the global efforts in ornamental plant breeding. The main focus of the book is on the breeding of economically important ornamental and flower crops in tropical, sub-tropical, and temperate regions. Each chapter features a comprehensive bibliography to aid readers in locating further details on the past and recent work done on the crop(s) in question.
To facilitate understanding, certain topics within each chapter are broken down into shorter sub-sections. This book serves as a valuable reference source for flower scientists and educators, and it will also be useful to professionals such as enlightened growers, nurserymen, flower traders, agricultural extension officers, and policy makers who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the subject matter. However, a basic understanding of botany and genetics is recommended to fully appreciate the content.
Content
Part I
1. Introduction
2. Origin of Flower and Ornamental Crops
3. Breeding Systems in Flower and Ornamental Crops
4. History in Breeding Flower and Ornamental Crops
5. International Ornamental Improvement Programmes
6. Intellectual Property Rights and Protection of Plant Varieties
7. Amaryllis
8. Anthurium
9. Balsam
10. Bougainvillea
11. Calla Lily
12. Carnation
13. China aster
14. Chrysanthemum
15. Cosmos
16. Crossandra
17. Dahlia
18. Gaillardia
19 Geranium
20. Gerbera
21. Gladiolus
22. Globe Amaranth
23. Hibiscus
24. Hollyhock
25. Jasmine
Part-II
26. Lily
27. Lotus
28. Marigold
29. Orchids
30. Pansy
31. Periwinkle
32. Petunia
33. Phlox
34. Pot Marigold
35. Rose
36. Salvia
37. Snapdragon
38. Statice
39. Tuberose
40. Tulip
41. Verbena
42. Water Lily
43. Zinnia
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