Medicinal Plants of the World
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| Rating | : | 4.73 (511 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1786393255 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 520 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-06-05 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
It provides quick answers to the most obvious questions: Where does this plant originate? What does it look like? In which culture is it traditionally used? What is it used for? Which chemical compounds does it contain? How safe is it? What is known about its pharmacological activity? What evidence is there that it is effective? The authors also provide short overviews of the various health conditions for which medicinal plants are used and the active compounds (secondary metabolites) found in the plants and their modes of actions.This new edition has an additional 30 plant species and many new and improved photographs. Medicinal plants and plant-derived medicine are widely used in traditional cultures all over the world, and they are becoming increasingly popular in modern society as natural alternatives to synthetic chemicals. The text has been fully updated to reflect the latest regulatory status of each plant.. As more and more natural remedies are being commercialized, there is a need for a user-friendl
"Informative and thorough" according to Dr. Martin Paulus. "Medicinal Plants of the World" strikes a wonderful balance between being exhaustive and too cursory, the book reviews the medicinal properties of approximately Informative and thorough "Medicinal Plants of the World" strikes a wonderful balance between being exhaustive and too cursory, the book reviews the medicinal properties of approximately 300 plants and discusses some proposed mechanisms of action. Importantly, it carefully points out that there still is a large knowledge gap and that we know very little how these plants exert the effects. The authors point out that, in contrast to . 00 plants and discusses some proposed mechanisms of action. Importantly, it carefully points out that there still is a large knowledge gap and that we know very little how these plants exert the effects. The authors point out that, in contrast to . Michael said required for a course. My teacher of required for a course Michael My teacher of 40 years loves this book. It was recommended highly because the detail and accurate information published in this book. It is a great reference book to have for anyone who wants to practice or just be informed about herbalism.. 0 years loves this book. It was recommended highly because the detail and accurate information published in this book. It is a great reference book to have for anyone who wants to practice or just be informed about herbalism.. S. R. said Photos alone are worth the price of the book. I first checked this book out from the library, renewing it twice before purchasing it. Containing gorgeous plant photos, wisdom, chemistry, and an excellent index, this is a great reference when working with plants, herbal medicine, essential oils, flower essences, homeopathy, etc. etc. I refer to it again and again. More of these plants are relevant to me than I've found in regional medicinal plant books
Carpender, National Gardener, June 2004. "Medicinal Plants of the World is a scientifically accurate guide to the best-known and most important medicinal plants of special commercial or historical interest which is a rapidly expanding field." —Joanne S