The Complete Book of Herbs in Australia

The Complete Book of Herbs in Australia
Author: Jekka McVicar
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 992
Release: 2018-10-01
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 1925750302

The definitive sourcebook for growing, harvesting and cooking herbs in Australia. Jekka McVicar is passionate about herbs and this passion permeates her authoritative and immensely practical book. Here she covers over 150 herbs – from the most common such as mint and basil to the more exotic, such as turmeric and lemon grass. For each herb she outlines various species, its history, cultivation, propagation and harvesting and then looks at cosmetic, medicinal and culinary uses, with over 250 recipes. Having grown herbs for over 30 years, Jekka knows the most common pitfalls to avoid. She offers plans for planting herb gardens, be it for aromatherapy or cooking, and guidance on propagation, harvesting, herbs in containers, pests and diseases as well as a yearly calendar. This definitive sourcebook is the herb gardener’s essential companion.

The Complete Book of Vegetables, Herbs & Fruit

The Complete Book of Vegetables, Herbs & Fruit
Author: Matthew Biggs
Publisher:
Total Pages: 640
Release: 2013-01-01
Genre: Cooking (Fruit)
ISBN: 9780857831798

This volume looks at over 1000 plants, providing a history of where the plant comes from, a list of species to choose from, cultivation, propagation and harvesting details, and information on pests and diseases. It also features recipes.

Herbs & Natural Supplements

Herbs & Natural Supplements
Author: Lesley Braun
Publisher: Elsevier Australia
Total Pages: 173
Release: 2010
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0729539105

Presents evidence based information on the most popular herbs, nutrients and food supplements used across Australia and New Zealand. Organised alphabetically by common name, each herb or nutrient listed includes information such as daily intake, main actions/indications, adverse reactions, precautions, and much more.

Australian Medicinal Plants

Australian Medicinal Plants
Author: Erich V. Lassak
Publisher: Reed New Holland
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Aboriginal Australians
ISBN: 9781877069864

An essential guide and invaluable resource for anyone interested in herbal medicine, Australian flora and the indigenous Australian culture. Includes a history on the Aboriginal use of native plants and explains how the first European settlers learnt of their medicinal value from the Indigenous people.

Complete Book of Vegetables in Australia

Complete Book of Vegetables in Australia
Author: Matthew Biggs
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 921
Release: 2018-10-01
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 1925750280

The definitive sourcebook for growing, harvesting and cooking vegetables in Australia. This comprehensive work covers over 90 vegetables, from familiar favourites such as lettuce and carrots to more exotic ones like doodhi and wasabi, helping you out no matter what vegetable you want to grow. A true sourcebook for the Australian gardener, it contains practical advice on how to grow top-quality plants from propagation to harvest, wherever you grow them – in containers, in grow bags or under glass. There’s information on controlling pests, crop rotation and companion planting, and the pages are brimming with ideas for ‘green’ gardening, soil improvement and weed control. With detailed notes on nutritional value and recommended varieties for culinary use, this book will also travel with you from the garden into the kitchen. Each temptingly illustrated entry is accompanied by mouth-watering recipes, including a selection from Michelin-starred chef Jean-Christophe Novelli. This is the essential guide to successful vegetable gardening and cooking for all, from beginners to experienced gardeners.

The Herb Book

The Herb Book
Author: John Lust
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 642
Release: 2014-07-16
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0486781445

Also known as "The Natural Remedy Bible," The Herb Book provides a comprehensive resource for building a livelier, healthier, happier life. More than 2,000 listings offer remedies for ragged nerves, nightmares, and coughing fits as well as suggestions for adding spice to recipes, coloring fabrics, freshening breath, and a host of other benefits. Complete and concise descriptions of herbs, illustrated by more than 275 line drawings, offer the most comprehensive catalog of "miracle plants" ever published. Written by an expert and pioneer in the field, this easy-to-use reference features three parts. The first presents introductory historical information and background for using the rest of the book. The second part features individual numbered listings of medicinal plants with their botanical descriptions and uses. The third part emphasizes the variety of uses for the plants listed in Part 2, including mixtures for medicinal treatments, nutritious and culinary plants, cosmetic and aromatic purposes, plant dyes, and other applications. The book concludes with a captivating look at plant-related astrology, lore, and legends. Dover (2014) republication of the edition originally published by Benedict Lust Publications, New York, 1974. See every Dover book in print at www.doverpublications.com

The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies

The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies
Author: Nicole Apelian
Publisher: Claude Davis
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2019-07-07
Genre:
ISBN: 9781735481555

304 color pages, paperback, improved print quality, and a lot more plant identification detailsThis unique book is written by Dr. Nicole Apelian, an herbalist with over 20 years of experience working with plants, and Claude Davis, a wild west expert passionate about the lost remedies and wild edibles that kept previous generations alive.The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies has color pictures of over 181 healing plants, lichens, and mushrooms of North America (2-4 pictures/plant for easy identification). Inside, you'll also discover 550 powerful natural remedies made from them for every one of your daily needs. Many of these remedies had been used by our forefathers for hundreds of years, while others come from Dr. Nicole's extensive natural practice.This book was made for people with no prior plant knowledge who are looking for alternative ways to help themselves or their families.This lost knowledge goes against the grain of mainstream medicine and avoids just dealing with symptoms. Instead, it targets the underlying root cause and strengthens your body's natural ability to repair itself. With the medicinal herbal reference guide included, it's very easy to look up your own condition and see exactly which herbs and remedies can help.Let me just offer you a small glimpse of what you'll find inside:On page 145 learn how to make a powerful "relieving" extract using a common backyard weed. This plant acts directly on the central nervous system to help with all kinds of pain and discomfort.You'll also discover the most effective natural antibiotic that still grows in most American backyards (page 150).Turn to page 43 for the natural protocol Dr. Nicole is recommending for a wide range of auto-immune conditions, after falling prey to MS herself at age 29.I could go on and on because this book contains no less than 800+ other medicinal plants and natural remedies.