Herbal medicine of the American Southwest
Herbal Medicine of the American Southwest: The Definitve Guide Hailed as one of the most complete books written on Southwestern herbal medicine, Herbal Medicine of the American Southwest exhaustively profiles over 200 medicinal plants found within the United States' Southwest. Each plant's medicinal and edible use, therapeutic indication, geographic range, botanical description, common and scientific name(s), chemistry, preparation, dosage, and cautions are specifically covered. Supporting sections include: a complete preparation segment instructing on the use and making of teas, tinctures, fluidextracts, syrups, salves, ointments, oils, washes, fomentations, and other modes of application; a therapeutic index, percolation/fluidextract worksheets, weights and measures listing, glossary, bibliography, and a complete index. Over 200 colors photos with whole plant and flower detail further assist the reader in plant identification. Original botanical paintings by regional artist Frank S. Rose serve as an extra bonus. What sets HMAS apart from other similarly titled books is Kane s unique approach to the subject matter. Explored from the point of view of an herbalist (and one who actually gathers/prepares/dispenses these plants) this work transcends the simple rehashing and regurgitation commonly found in the majority of enthobotanical texts and armchair researcher's compilations. HMAS greatest value is that its development is from an intact model of western herbalism; it is based in experience and well-proven phyto-therapeutic concepts. Second edition improvements include: botanical nomenclature has been updated to what is (currently) accepted in taxonomic circles. Anemopsis (Yerba mansa), Eriodictyon (Yerba santa), and Poliomintha (Bush mint) are new to the book. The color segment has been completely revamped with many new photographs and a layout that better utilizes space. The text has been reedited for clarity. New findings and observations are included in each plant's profile. An expanded preparations segment now includes specific percolation and fluidextract instructions. Printed and bound in the USA.