The Plant Pharmacy

A Companion to Healing Herbs

Adrianne Hunt

Description

Adrianne Hunt shares a beautifully practical guide to 45 healing plants and how to use them safely and effectively at home. With roots in ancient wisdom and a modern, accessible voice, this book offers an empowering first step into the world of natural remedies.

Organized into four key sections, it begins with a clear and engaging history of herbal medicine, followed by a guide to treating everyday ailments – from tired eyes and tension headaches to digestive issues, stress, and seasonal colds – all using time-tested botanical allies. The core of the book is a rich plant directory covering both common and lesser-known herbs, with growing tips, foraging notes and beautiful botanical art. A final section guides you through the herbal year, showing when to sow, harvest, dry and prepare remedies.

  • Covers 45 versatile healing herbs with advice on how to grow, forage or buy them
  • Addresses common physical and emotional ailments using safe, natural methods
  • Includes an almanac-style herbal calendar with seasonal growing and harvesting tips
  • Perfect for beginners, with simple recipes and clear safety advice throughout
  • Features antique botanical illustrations paired with contemporary design

Details

  • Format
    Hardback
  • Pages
    160
  • Size
    210 x 160mm
  • Publisher
    David & Charles
  • ISBN
    9781446317884
Stock Code
260385
Our Price
$52.99
Coming soon – due December
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