"Healing Plants" is a concise guide to tradition herbal medicine, written for both the beginner and the seasoned herbalist. Ana Nez Heatherley draws from her Native American and Celtic ancestry as she examines 100 types of healing plants and herbs common to North America - from Aloe and Chickweed to Periwinkle and Yucca - citing the afflictions they remedy and offering understandable scientific explanations for each plants effectiveness. Interweaving folklore throughout, Heatherley also gives growing tips, methods of preparing everything from a poultice to a tincture, herbal food ideas, and information on the latest research. With a color identification sections, helpful cross-reference lists, location maps, and informative sidebars. 6" x 9", 252 pages. We offer free shipping on all orders over $19.94. Orders under $19.95 will have a $2.50 handling fee added. To order by phone call toll-free: 866-596-9982