Kew Pocketbooks: Medicinal Plants Publisher / Marsilio Arte William Morris (1834–1896)

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Kew Pocketbooks: Medicinal Plants Publisher / Marsilio Arte William Morris (1834–1896)From liquorice and tea tree to the toothache plant and queens delight, this book is an exploration of some of the most important and commonly used medicinal plants, showcased through 40 stunning paintings from the Kew archives. As the vital source behind a vast and varied array of contemporary drugs, these plants have been utilised with life restoring rewards across the world. An introductory chapter by a Kew expert provides an overview of this plant