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Book SynopsisHorticultural Reviews presents state-of-the-art reviews on topics in horticultural science and technology covering both basic and applied research. Topics covered include the horticulture of fruits, vegetables, nut crops, and ornamentals. These review articles, written by world authorities, bridge the gap between the specialized researcher and the broader community of horticultural scientists and teachers.
Table of ContentsContributors ix
Dedication: Pinhas Spiegel-Roy xiii
Eliezer E. Goldschmidt
1. Ornamental Palms: Biology and Horticulture 1
T.K. Broschat, D.R. Hodel, and M.L. Elliott
I. Introduction 3
II. Palm Biology 14
III. Palm Production 26
IV. Landscape Management 49
V. Interiorscape Management 61
VI. Palm Problems 66
Literature Cited 95
2. Nitric Oxide Applications for Quality Enhancement of Horticulture Produce 121
Girigowda Manjunatha, Veeresh Lokesh, Bhagyalakshmi Neelwarne, Zora Singh, and Kapuganti J. Gupta
I. Introduction 124
II. Nitric Oxide Chemistry and Biology 126
III. Nitric Oxide Effects on Postharvest Quality 131
IV. Nitric Oxide and Plant Hormones Cross Talk 135
V. Nitric Oxide in Disease Resistance 144
VI. Conclusions 146
Acknowledgments 147
Literature Cited 147
3. Molecular Regulation of Storage Root Formation and Development in Sweet Potato 157
V. Ravi, S.K. Chakrabarti, T. Makeshkumar, and R. Saravanan
I. Introduction 158
II. Root System 161
III. Endogenous Growth Regulators Affecting Storage Root Formation and Development 163
IV. Storage Root Development 168
V. Gene Expression During Storage Root Formation and Development 169
VI. Conclusions and Prospects 187
Literature Cited 191
4. Foliar Anthocyanins: A Horticultural Review 209
Jennifer K. Boldt, Mary H. Meyer, and John E. Erwin
I. Introduction 210
II. Coloration in Horticultural Crops 211
III. Anthocyanins in Flowers and Fruits 214
IV. Foliar Anthocyanins 215
V. Anthocyanin Biosynthesis and Regulation 217
VI. Environmental Factors and Anthocyanin Accumulation 222
VII. Physiological Functions in Leaves 228
VIII. Anthocyanins Affect Leaf Photosynthetic Rate 236
IX. Future Research 237
Literature Cited 239
5. Variability in Size and Soluble Solids Concentration in Peaches and Nectarines 253
John Lopresti, Ian Goodwin, Barry McGlasson, Paul Holford, and John Golding
I. Introduction 255
II. Environment and Tree Management Effects on Variation in Fruit Size and Soluble Solids 257
III. Fruit Sink Strength and Dry Matter Accumulation 271
IV. Flesh Anatomy, Fruit Size and Soluble Solids 284
V. Conclusions 294
Acknowledgments 299
Literature Cited 299
6. Physiological Disorders of Mango Fruit 313
S. Shivashankar
I. Introduction 314
II. Physiological Disorders 316
III. Storage Disorders 335
IV. Future Research Needs 338
Acknowledgments 341
Literature Cited 341
7. Fusarium Wilt of Watermelon: 120 Years of Research 349
Ray D. Martyn
I. Introduction 351
II. Physiological Specilaization in F. oxysporum 355
III. Effects of Inoculum and Root-Knot Nematodes on Wilt Resistance 370
IV. Infection, Colonization, and Survival 374
V. Management of Fusarium Wilt 389
VI. Concluding Remarks 418
Literature Cited 420
Subject Index 443
Cumulative Subject Index 445
Cumulative Contributor Index 479
