Ancient Herbalism

Discover 50 ancient medicinal plants that offer modern solutions for health and wellness. 

Ancient Herbalism is a visually rich celebration of the gorgeous hillsides and seascapes of Greece, with a unique focus on the medicinal and healing plants that have played a significant role in wellness since antiquity. Inspired by the ancient botanical heritage of Greece and with invaluable insight on how to integrate 50 common Greek herbs into a modern herbal practice, clinical herbalist Maria Christodoulou brings readers on a picturesque journey through a mythic landscape and enchanting culture. Including simple recipes for preparing herbal remedies at home, and insights into how the gods, goddesses, and early physicians relied on the same herbs we continue to grow today, Ancient Herbalism will appeal to plant lovers, herbalists, and anyone who wants to be swept into a Mediterranean paradise, learning about history and mythology through the plants that define it this iconic landscape.

• “Ancient Herbalism is a thoroughly engaging and rewarding book, rich with fascinating history and insight into both ancient and modern plant use. It stands as both a tribute to the past and a guiding light for the future of herbal medicine and is a book that honors our roots, speaks to our present moment, and plants seeds for generations of herbalists yet to come.”
  Rosemary Gladstar