Phytosociology of the Beech (Fagus) Forests in East Asia

The book "Phytosociology of the Beech (Fagus) Forests in East Asia" offers a comprehensive analysis of the mountain forests in East Asia, particularly in the regions of Korea, Japan, China, and Taiwan. It examines the various tree species of the Fagus genus found in these forests and describes a total of 21 plant communities. The vegetation ranges from deciduous in the northern areas to evergreen species in southern China. The work contains detailed information on species composition, dominance, geographical distribution, and ecology of the Fagus forests. A synoptic table provides an overview of the frequencies of about 1500 species that grow in these forests and addresses topics such as biodiversity and evolution. This publication is the result of significant international collaboration and combines extensive original research with hard-to-access specialized literature.