An information-packed tool for the novice or handy reference for the veteran. Distills years of knowledge into an affordable and portable book. With this guide, you'll discover how to identify medicinal plants in the contiguous United States.

For a generation, the Basic Illustrated series has been as much a part of the outdoors experience as backpacks and hiking boots. Information-packed tools for the novice or handy references for the veteran, these volumes distill years of knowledge into affordable and portable books. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, Basic Illustrated books tell you what you need to know.Including: ¿ Finding and identifying over 100 wild medicinal plants ¿ Treating common ailments and illnesses ¿ Preparing infusions, decoctions, tinctures, fomentations, poultices and percolations ¿ Identifying which plant parts to use and when for optimum health