The Morphology of Ruppia Maritima (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Graves, Arthur Harmount

 
9781334419980: The Morphology of Ruppia Maritima (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A detailed study of the anatomy and life history of a submerged aquatic plant, with clear explanations you can use in research or study.

The book presents a focused look at Ruppia maritima, a simple monocot that lives its life mostly underwater. It explores internal structure, adaptations to living in water, and how the plant reproduces in its aquatic habitat. The text ties together development, ecology, and practical observations to show how this genus fits into coastal and brackish environments.

  • How the shoot and root systems are built and how they function in water
  • Patterns of internal structure, including how the vascular system changes in submerged life
  • Adaptations that help the plant cope with salt water and variable moisture
  • Reproductive organs and the basic life cycle in a submerged setting
Ideal for readers of botany and aquatic plant morphology, students, and researchers seeking a concise, field-applicable look at submerged plant anatomy.

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ISBN 10:  1247850307 ISBN 13:  9781247850306
Publisher: Nabu Press, 2011
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