Conservation Methods for Terrestrial Orchids

Review

“This is a fascinating book filled with cogent information aimed at making orchid conservation technology accessible to all interested people (not just scientists).” —Leon Glicenstein, Book Review in Orchids, the Bulletin of the American Orchid society“The outstanding features of the book include high quality photographs and illustrations. There are concise outlines of methods and techniques involving a wide range of species. There is also an easy readability and understandable approach that conveys the enthusiasm and experience of the authors.” —Peter B. Adams, Book Review in the Orchadian, the Journal of the Australasian Native Orchid Society“Conservation Methods for Terrestrial Orchids is an ambitious book that sets out to demystify the many facets of orchid science in an accessible manner. It succeeds superbly.” —Tom McCarter, Book Review in the Botanic Gardener, the magazine for botanic garden professionals.“The ability to put this book together so that the information is informative as well as readable is astounding.” —Coralie Hills, Editor of Orchids Australia, the official publication of the Australian Orchid Council, Inc.

From the Back Cover

Written by world leaders in the field, this first ever comprehensive reference on terrestrial orchids concisely explains the procedures necessary for their conservation and restoration. It includes beautiful color illustrations, methods and techniques in the utilization of modern technology and case studies to illustrate key principles and success stories. It covers topics such as monitoring, approaches used for mycorrhizal isolation and culture, seed sowing techniques, soil baiting, symbiotic culture of terrestrial species, translocation of propagated plants, pollination, genetic approaches for orchid biology and conservation, innovations in alginate encapsulation of seed and mycorrhizal fungus, and more. With terrestrial orchids now among the worlds most threatened plants, the need for conservation is paramount. It will equip orchid biologists, botanists, conservationists, students, and hobbyists with the necessary methodologies to facilitate the conservation of this endangered group of orchids. Although the focus is on terrestrial orchids, the techniques described in this book can also be applied equally to epiphytic (tree) orchids. Key Features -Clearly and concisely explains the procedures necessary for terrestrial orchid conservation and restoration -Offers methods and techniques complete in their detail, utilization of modern technology, simplicity, and ease of application across species from different parts of the world -Provides stand-alone guidance in each chapter and collectively enables practitioners to undertake what were previously considered complex scientific procedures -Includes relevant case studies to illustrate key principles and success stories in orchid conservation, written by world leaders in orchid conservation practice and science -Relates many of the techniques and procedures to epiphytic orchids to increase the appeal of the book to all orchid conservationists