1 / 7The Herbal Apothecary: 100 Medicinal Herbs and How to Use Them
Them: The Herbal Apothecary is an illustrated guide to 100 medicinal herbs, with plant profiles covering uses, identification and cultivation, plus recipes and instructions for preparing common herbal remedies. It is aimed at readers beginning to explore herbal medicine.
At a glance
- Profiles 100 medicinal plants, including information on medicinal uses, identification and cultivation.
- Includes recipes for common concerns and instructions for making teas, tinctures, compresses and salves.
- The publisher describes it as an accessible introduction combining traditional wisdom and scientific information.
Reference price: $33.99
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines plant identification and cultivation information with practical preparation guidance.
- A broad range of remedy formats is covered, including teas, tinctures, compresses and salves.
- Customer feedback describes the book as informative and accessible for beginners, with helpful images.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Timber Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Dec 30 2015 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 292 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1604695676 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1604695670 |
| Dimensions | 19.05 x 1.65 x 22.86 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 698 g |
What to know before buying
- The publisher describes remedies addressing concerns for men, women and children, including flu, colds, insomnia and anxiety. This is a reference book, not a substitute for qualified medical advice.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers new to herbal medicine who want an illustrated introduction to medicinal plants.
- Home reference libraries seeking plant profiles alongside basic remedy-preparation instructions.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a clinical reference or personalized medical advice rather than a general introduction.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback is strongly positive about the book's informative content, beginner-friendly readability and images, and readers describe it as a useful home reference. Those reported qualities fit its illustrated plant profiles and remedy-making guidance. The rating distribution is mostly five- and four-star, with a small share of lower ratings, but it does not explain individual concerns.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the content as informative and accessible for beginners.
- Readers praise the images and report using the book as a home reference.
Frequently asked questions
What topics does The Herbal Apothecary cover?
It profiles medicinal plants with information on uses, identification and cultivation, and includes recipes and instructions for preparing remedies.
Which remedy preparations are covered?
The listing describes step-by-step guidance for making herbal teas, tinctures, compresses, salves and more.
Is this book intended for beginners?
The publisher presents it as an accessible introduction, and customer feedback describes it as informative and easy to understand for beginners.
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