Michael Moore, renowned herbalist, teacher, and author of several medicinal plant books, presents a one-of-a-kind guide to over 300 species of plants geographically ranging from Baja California to Alaska. This uniquely attractive book educates the reader to both native and introduced species within this region. With over eighty line drawings, forty-four colour photographs, maps, and a glossary, this book contains clear and reliable information on: Identification and safe use of the plants; Appearance, habitats, collecting methods, and storage; Therapeutic uses, constituents, and preparations; Potential toxicities and medical contraindications; Tea-making, tincturing, and salve making.'
By:
Michael Moore Illustrated by:
Mimi Kamp Imprint: Museum of New Mexico Press Country of Publication: United States Dimensions:
Height: 155mm,
Width: 230mm,
Spine: 25mm
Weight: 710g ISBN:9780890135396 ISBN 10: 0890135398 Pages: 360 Publication Date:01 November 2011 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Michael Moore is a respected herbalist and teacher of herbology for more than two decades. He lives in Bisbee, Arizona.