Biology and Chemistry of Jerusalem Artichoke: Helianthus tuberosus L.

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CRC Press, 13 aug. 2007 - 496 pagini
A unique plant on many levels, the distinctive properties of the Jerusalem artichoke, or Helianthus tuberosus L., present novel answers to some of today's most pressing problems. The potential of Jerusalem artichoke as a source for inulin, a fructose polymer that may provide dietary health benefits for obesity, diabetes, and several other health is
 

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An Underutilized Resource
1
Chapter 2 Nomenclature Origin and History
7
Chapter 3 Classification Identification and Distribution
29
Chapter 4 Plant Morphology and Anatomy
35
Chapter 5 Chemical Composition and Inulin Chemistry
53
Chapter 6 Value in Human and Animal Diets
97
Chapter 7 Biomass and Biofuel
127
Chapter 8 Genetic Resources Breeding and Cultivars
149
Chapter 10 Developmental Biology Resource Allocation and Yield
269
Chapter 11 Pollinators Pests and Diseases
365
Chapter 12 Agronomic Practices
383
Chapter 13 Storage
401
Chapter 14 Economics
407
Appendix
423
Index
461
Back cover
479

Chapter 9 Propagation
251

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Stanley J. Kays, Stephen F. Nottingham

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