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Medicinal Plants of the Southern Appalachians
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This concise guide to medicinal plants of the Southern Appalachians includes botanical descriptions of 45 native plants, their historical and current uses in herbal practice, detailed, easytofollow medicine making instructions and unique recipes for syrups, liniments, digestive bitters and more. The book invites the reader to explore native plants in their wild habitats and offers stepbystep ethical harvesting guidelines while emphasizing conservation issues. The author is a wellrespected medical herbalist and teacher who lives in the mountains of north Georgia. Praise for Medicinal Plants of the Southern Appalachians. This is one volume that I want to own as we enter the postcorporate age: a priceless guide to Southern plant alchemy. This practical yet enchanting botanical brings an ancient art to modernity. These pages are as rich as the cove forests they honor. Even to peruse Howell s manual is healing, and exhilarating, not only because of the book s inherent beauty, but because it contains vital knowledge all of us will need as fossil fuels dwindle and we return to the local. One day this book may save your life. Janisse Ray, author of Ecology of a Cracker Childhood, Wild Card Quilt and Pinhook: Finding Wholeness in a Fragmented Land An elegant introduction presented in a clearasabell style that educates as well as entertains. Peter Loewer, author of The Wild Gardener and Jefferson s Garden There are many comprehensive volumes about medicinal plants in other regions of North America but none for the botanically rich southeast. Now, a widely experienced and knowledgeable herbalist has written a thorough guide to the virtues of Yellow Root, Rabbit Tobacco, Dogwood Bark, Sweet Fern and other better known herbs of the region. From Howell s book, readers can learn to use local plants safely and consciously to improve the health of their families or patients. David Winston, RH (AHG), Dean, Herbal Therapeutics School of Herbal Medicine An excellent, much needed resource on Southeastern herbs. Well thought out and easy to follow. Tim Blakely, coauthor of The Bootstrap Guide to Medicinal Herbs in the Garden, Field and Marketplace I often remind veterinarians that the foundation of botanical medicine lies in the experience of learning all aspects of medicinal plants thoroughly. This book guides the reader out of the classroom and into the fields and forest where plants become, to the student, more tangible sources of healing. Recommended for any practitioner who wants to deepen their understanding of our native apothecary. Susan Wynn, DVM, RH (AHG), Executive Director, Veterinary Botanical Medical Assoc.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Medicinal Plants of the Southern Appalachians'? A: The book focuses on 45 native medicinal plants of the Southern Appalachians, providing botanical descriptions, their uses in herbal practice, and detailed instructions for making herbal medicines.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Patricia Kyritsi Howell, a respected medical herbalist and teacher with extensive knowledge of the region's plants.
- Q: What type of information can I expect to find in this guide? A: The guide includes botanical descriptions, historical and current uses of plants, ethical harvesting guidelines, and unique recipes for syrups, liniments, and digestive bitters.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in herbal medicine? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible, with clear instructions and educational content that can assist both beginners and experienced herbalists.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', ensuring that it is still a valuable resource for readers.
- Q: How many pages does 'Medicinal Plants of the Southern Appalachians' contain? A: The book contains 276 pages, providing ample information on each plant discussed.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on January 19, 2006.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: Key features include easy-to-follow instructions for medicine making, ethical harvesting guidelines, and a focus on conservation issues.
- Q: Can this book help with learning about local plants? A: Yes, it encourages readers to explore native plants in their habitats and provides practical knowledge for safe and conscious use.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it portable and easy to use in various settings.