Description: Orchid Biotechnology, Hardcover by Chen, Wen-Huei (EDT); Chen, Hong-hwa (EDT), ISBN 9812706194, ISBN-13 9789812706195, Brand New, Free P&P in the UK The founder of a biotechnology company notes that the Phalenopsis ("moth" orchid) is the national flower of Taiwan, and that it is a major export in the growing global market for orchids. Hong-Hwa Chen (National Cheng Kung U., Taiwan) and . Chen (National U. of Kaohsiung, Taiwan) introduce 13 chapters primarily by fellow Taiwanese scientists by emphasizing their country's potential to be a major player in this market. Aspects of cloning and transgenic propagation as the answer to meeting the demand for new varieties discussed include discovery of the gene controlling red floral color, and research on symbiotic fungi-orchid relationships. The illustrations are of scientific rather than aesthetic interest. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR ()
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Book Title: Orchid Biotechnology
Publisher: World Industries Scientific Publishing Co Pte LTD
Subject: Biology
Publication Year: 2007
Number of Pages: 276 Pages
Publication Name: Orchid Biotechnology
Language: English
Type: Textbook
Subject Area: Bioengineering
Author: Hong-Hwa Chen, Wen-Huei Chen
Format: Hardcover