The herbal apothecary
Subtitle: 100 medicinal herbs and how to use them
By: JJ Pursell ; with photos by Shawn Linehan
Contributors: Linehan, Shawn, photographer
Publisher: Timber Press; Timber Pr
Published: 2015
Language: eng
Number of pages: 292
ISBN-13: 9781604696622; 9781604695670
Subjects: Herbs; Therapeutic use; Vegetable Materia medica; Handbooks, manuals
Other titles: One hundred medicinal herbs and how to use them
Description: "Plant-based medicines offer many healing possibilities for the body, mind, and spirit. In this holistic guide, naturopath J. J. Pursell provides an accessible and comprehensive introduction to medicinal plants, explaining how they work and how to use them safely. Incorporating traditional wisdom and scientific information, The Herbal Apothecary includes advice on growing and foraging for healing plants and recommendations for plant-based formulations to fight common ailments, like muscle strain, anxiety, and insomnia. Step-by-step instructions show you how to make your own teas, salves, capsules, tinctures, and other essential herbal remedies. Whether you want to treat a wound or fight the common cold, taking charge of your health and well-being begins here." --
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 274-275) and index.
Table of contents: title: From herbal traditions to modern practice: an introduction; title: Basic human anatomy; title: Plants from the traditional ways: a directory of medicinal herbs; title: An herbalist's laboratory; title: Herbal treatment plans.