The Penguin Modern Australasian Herbal

Résumé du livre

First published in 1991, this resource for gardeners, herbalists, scholars and general readers describes a wide range of herbs.It includes varieties found in Australia, New Zealand and surrounding islands, providing information about uses, origins and cultivation. Includes a glossary of botanical terms, a bibliography and common and scientific name indexes. The author runs a herbal consultancy and information service, writes a column in the 'Weekly Times' and has published widely in Australian and international newspapers and magazines.