Invaluable new reference and guide to the identification of over 250 species of plants and their medicinal uses. Information provided for each species: comprehensive description, vernacular names, uses and methods of preparation, line illustration from fresh or herbarium specimen, biochemical data and references to published sources. A quick reference guide of diseases and conditions and the plants used for their cure are given as an appendix.
Introduction Traditional Medicine Diagnosis Bone Setting Cupping Cauterization Beliefs Related to Health and Disease Handbook of Arabian Medicinal Plants Species Descriptions References Appendix of Plants Used for the Treatment of Various Conditions and Diseases General Index