Discover the fascinating history of 100 plants that heal, their active components and therapeutic properties, and learn how to prepare safe herbal remedies including infusions, tinctures, oils and lotions.
 
The plants are ordered alphabetically, and each species has its own dedicated page packed with information, including almond, blackcurrant, borage, caraway, chard, dandelion, fig, hazel, ivy, juniper, nettle, poppy, St. John's-wort, watercress, thyme and yarrow.
 
At the end of the book, you'll find a small practical guide for budding herbalists, featuring useful tips for environmentally responsible picking and preserving.