Peppers: Vegetable and Spice Capsicums (Crop Production Science in Horticulture Series) (Paperback)

~ P. Bosland (Author), E. Votava (Author)

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"This thorough survey,...with the masterful touch... provides a current overview of a plant that revolutionized the world's cuisine within a few years of its discovery by Columbus in 1492. The authors summarize very nearly everything one needs to know about this fascinating genus, and the book's extensive references point the reader to state-of-the-art information on all aspects of Capsicums." -- Current Books on Gardening and Botany, June 2000

Product Description

Due to their great versatility, peppers have become a major commodity worldwide, finding uses in in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics as well as in numerous cuisines. Aimed at advanced students and growers, this book covers all aspects of the plant's history, genetics, composition, production, and diseases and pests.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 250 pages
• Publisher: CABI (March 2, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0851993354
• ISBN-13: 978-0851993355
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #713,526 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Good book, March 26, 2008

By	S. Greenan "Green" (Oakland, California) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I developed an obsession with growing peppers over the last year and I have found this book to be very informative on this subject. This book is written for scientists but I believe anyone should be able to follow it pretty closely.

4.0 out of 5 stars College level but useful, August 26, 2009

By	Robert D. Cook "Bob Cook" (Fort Myers, Florida) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Dr. Bosland is the expert and this book is very helpful. Not just a bunch of research but practical information on peppers...in depth. Good illustrations and photos. It will help make any pepper grower better. (Explains the difference between chili and chile!)