Practical herbalism - ordinary plants with extraordinary powers

Practical herbalism - ordinary plants with extraordinary powers

This book is a necessary addition to the herbalist's library (Whitman Publications ISBN 1-885653-22-0). It contains 46 of the most common and easiest herbs to cultivate, as well as a wealth of information needed to find and use these herbs. The author, Phlip Fritchey, MH, ND, CNHP, does an incredible job researching and providing a lot of information on all of these herbs. This book is a great reference for every herbalist from beginner to expert.

Chapters 1 and 2 contain the history of herbalism up to 1500 BC. and lessons on how to identify and collect fresh herbs and how to preserve herbal preparations including: dried herbs, infusions, decoctions, tinctures, oil extracts, ointments, and ointments. Chapter 3 discusses the definitions of desired actions for the body and the herbs used to accomplish these actions. The main part, arranged alphabetically by herb, is divided into subheadings including: “Physical Characteristics,” “Historical Information”; “Main Ingredients”; "Action"; “Tissues, organs and body systems affected”; Preparations and Dosage" (including internal/external), "Indicated Uses" (including internal/external), "Special Considerations", "Notes", "Energetics". Dosage and usage information is presented in easy-to-read charts to treat each condition, recommended preparations, and other herbs appropriate to each treatment. There is an extensive glossary at the back with terms and a detailed appendix with references for further reference and study.

The amount of information on each herb far exceeds that of any other herbal book I have read. I would recommend it to anyone who has a new or already active interest in herbs and medicinal plants.