Kew: The science and mythology of medicinal plants (Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew)

By: Emma Wayland

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Synopsis: For centuries we have harnessed the ancient wisdom of botanical healing, with plants used for a multitude of remedies that nurture both body and soul.Kew: The Apothecary's Garden is a fascinating exploration of nature's pharmacy and the healing power of plants, from soothing hops, chamomile and valerian, and invigorating guarana, maca and ginseng, to the infection-fighting turmeric and tea tree and the immunity-boosting turkey tail mushroom. Herbal remedies, natural tinctures, and the historical and botanical background of plants are revealed through expert text and beautiful illustrations from the renowned Kew archive.This curious history of plants that heal describes the incredible properties of over 60 species. Exploring the original folk remedies they inspired and the science behind them, this is the weird and wonderful story of how humans have harnessed nature's apothecary.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:: 9781035422210
Related ISBNs:: 9781035422203
Publisher:: Headline
Date of Addition:: 04/24/25
Copyrighted By:: The Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Nonfiction, Health, Mind and Body, Home and Garden, Outdoors and Nature, Medicine
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.