Sea Buckthorn

Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides L.)
Production and Utilization

Author: T.S.C. Li & T.H.J. Beveridge
ISBN: 9780660190075
Pages: 140
Format: 18 Χ 25
Binding: Paperback
Pub. Year: 2005


The medicinal and nutritional properties of sea-buckthorn have been recognized for centuries in Europe and Asia but have just begun to generate commercial interest in North America. In addition to its other values this hardy shrub is often used to prevent soil erosion and has nitrogen-fixing capabilities. This book provides a single source for information concerning the biology, cultural practices, and processing of sea-buckthorn along with its potential ecological influence.