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Herb Almanac: A seasonal guide to medicinal plants
Herb Almanac: A seasonal guide to medicinal plants
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The Herb Almanac is a seasonal guide to herbalism from the historic botanic garden, featuring recipes, folklore, and tips for creating a medicinal herb garden. It includes hand-drawn line illustrations to help deepen understanding and is the perfect gift for nature lovers.
Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 21 October 2021
Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group
Discover the enchanting world of herbalism with this captivating seasonal guide, meticulously crafted from the renowned historic botanic garden. Immerse yourself in the art of growing specific healing herbs at their peak times of the year, and learn how to forage for wild medicine like water mint, St. John's Wort, hawthorn berries, and rosehips. Uncover the rich folklore behind these herbs, their meanings, and the fascinating history of their discovery.
The Herb Almanac is your ultimate companion for embracing the power of nature. With detailed hand-drawn line illustrations, it deepens your understanding of herbalism, offering valuable insights into its practices. Whether you're a seasoned herbalist or a novice seeking to explore the world of natural remedies, this comprehensive guide is your gateway to a world of healing and wellness.
Inside, you'll find:
Introduction: Explore the versatile uses of herbs as seasonally appropriate remedies and tonics, gaining an overview of their significance in folklore, wild medicine, magic, superstition, ritual, tradition, and literature. Discover the role of herbs in religion and floriography, the language of flowers.
Gathering and Using Herbs: Learn safe, legal, and successful foraging techniques to gather the freshest and most potent herbs. Gain a brief introduction to growing your own herbs, from sowing to planting and preserving them for future use.
Witches' Brews: Uncover the intriguing world of herbs with fascinating stories that cannot be easily used, such as wormwood, hemlock, and mandrake. Learn about their unique properties and the cautionary tales associated with them.
Herb Encyclopedia: Delve into a comprehensive encyclopedia of over 50 different herbs, each with detailed information on their botanical characteristics, medicinal properties, and culinary uses. Discover the secrets of these herbs and unlock their potential for enhancing your health and well-being.
Whether you're interested in creating your own medicinal herb garden or simply exploring the world of herbalism, The Herb Almanac is the perfect gift for any nature lover. Embrace the beauty of nature, harness the power of herbs, and embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery.
Weight: 258g
Dimension: 132 x 204 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781783254590
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