Description
Book SynopsisA key reference for any practitioner or student of herbal medicine.
The first half of this foundation text alphabetically lists and describes 300 different herbs, from Achillia to Zingiber. This is followed by specific indications and contraindications, referencing back to the appropriate herbs. It also includes extensive introductions, glossary and bibliography.
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Table of ContentsCONTENTS
FOREWORD i
HOW TO USE THIS BOOK 1
THE MAJOR SYSTEMS OF HERBAL HEALING & THEIR WAYS OF MATCHING HERBS TO PEOPLE & PROBLEMS 6
INDEX TO PLANTS BY LATIN (SCIENTIFIC) NAMES 25
MATERIA MEDICA FOR 300 DIFFERENT HERBS 29
HERBAL REPERTORY (Health Conditions → Herbs) 119
GLOSSARY 205
BIBLIOGRAPHY 213
