MEDICINAL PLANTS (KEW POCKETBOOKS) (HB)

An exploration of some of the most important and commonly used medicinal plants, from liquorice and tea tree to the toothache plant and queen’s delight, showcased through 40 stunning paintings from the Kew archives. As the vital source behind a vast and varied array of contemporary drugs, these plants have been utilised with life-restoring rewards across the world. An introductory chapter by a Kew expert provides an overview of this plant group, and extended captions accompany each painting. Printed on uncoated paper and with a cloth and foil finish.