The papers included in this Special Issue address a variety of important aspects of plant biodiversity and genetic resources, including definitions, description

This collection starts by reviewing key issues such as valuing, identifying and monitoring plant genetic diversity. The book goes on to assess advances in in-si

Genetic erosion is the loss of genetic diversity within a species. It can happen very quickly, due to catastrophic events, or changes in land use leading to hab

Within the countries of South and North America are found some of the most diverse collections of flora and fauna in the world. Colombia alone carries over 50 t

Discusses the various options for conserving plants at the level of the gene, species and community.