Baccharis: From Evolutionary and Ecological Aspects to Social Uses and Medicinal Applications [Hardcover]

This book has a broad scope and provides a comprehensive overview of the most up-to-date knowledge of the plant genus Baccharis. The book is organized into four major topics encompassing the evolution, ecology, chemistry, as well as environmental and medical applications of the genus. This publication is a major reference for an audience of practising researchers, academics, PhD students, and other scientists in a wide-ranging collection of fields, from Sociology to Medicine to bioeconomy.

Part I: Ecological and Evolutionary pathways.- Chapter 1: The Ecological and Applied Potential of Baccharis.- Chapter 2: Baccharis: Diversity and Distribution.- Chapter 3: The Evolution of Genetic Studies of Baccharis.- Chapter 4: Intersexual Differences in Demography, Resource Investment, and Herbivory in Baccharis.- Chapter 5: Multitrophic and Indirect Interactions in the Baccharis dracunculifolia System.- Chapter 6: Endophytic Fungi of Baccharis .- Chapter 7: Baccharis as Nurse Plants.- Chapter 8: Biological Invasion by Baccharis.- Part II: Structure and Chemistry of Baccharis.- Chapter 9: Morpho-anatomical Characteristics of Species of Baccharis.- Chapter 10: Essential Oils of Baccharis: Chemical Composition and Biological Activities.- Chapter 11: Flavonoids of Baccharis.- Chapter 12: Chemistry and Biological Activities of Phenolic Compounds from Baccharis Genus.- Chapter 13: Baccharis Terpenoid Compounds.- Chapter 14: Macrocyclic Trichothecenes of Baccharis.- Chapter 15: Livestock Intoxication by Baccharis.- Part III: Baccharis: Applications and Innovations.- Chapter 16: An Overview of the Cultural and Popular Use of Baccharis.- Chapter 17: CPQBA 1: First Cultivar Registered and Protected Frl;