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Medicinal Plants of the Pacific West Paperback – January 1, 2003

by Michael Moore (Author), Mimi Kamp (Illustrator)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 222 ratings
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Michael Moore, renowned herbalist, teacher, and author of several medicinal plant books, presents a one-of-a-kind guide to over three hundred species of plants geographically ranging from Baja California to Alaska. This uniquely attractive book educates the reader to both native and introduced species within this region. With over eighty line drawings, forty-four color photographs, maps, and a glossary, this book contains clear and reliable information on identification and safe use of the plants; appearance, habitats, collecting methods, and storage; therapeutic uses, constituents, and preparations; potential toxicities and medical contraindications; and tea-making, tincturing, and salve making.

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  1. Print length
    360 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Red Crane Books
  4. Publication date
    January 1, 2003
  5. Dimensions
    6.25 x 1 x 9.5 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1878610317
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1878610317
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Michael Moore wrote numerous classic works on the herbal plants of the West and Southwest, including Los Remedios:Traditional Herbal Remedies of the Southwest, Medicinal Plants of the Desert and Canyon West, and Medicinal Plants of the Mountain West, as well as a host of clinical herb manuals. He was the founder and director of Southwest School of Botanical Medicine, in Bisbee, Arizona, where he worked as a writer, researcher, therapist, and teacher for professional herbalists.

--This text refers to an alternate paperback edition.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Red Crane Books; First Edition (January 1, 2003)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 360 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1878610317
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1878610317
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.41 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.25 x 1 x 9.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 222 ratings

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Robert
5.0 out of 5 stars The best that I have found.
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2023
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This book is well written. Easy to understand and clear pictures is very nice. The Author does not hold back with vey informative information.
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Gail Oberst
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring, Local and Useful
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2017
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I can't quit reading and rereading this book. A native Oregonian, I had no idea some of the so-called "weeds" on my property were not only edible, but also medicinal! This book has changed my way of looking at the plants I once ignored. I've tried several of the teas and concoctions. Great instructions! Inspiring. Easy to read -- I feel like the author's my new best friend.
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Cyndi LooHoo
5.0 out of 5 stars Insightful and accurate
Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2013
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A thorough monograph of each species features complete descriptions for identification and collection, medicinal uses and preparation. Range maps aid in understanding general locales, drawings are accurate and useful, text is based on a sound grasp of cell chemistry without overdoing the technicalities, and is relatively myth-dispelling. Responsible and authoritative from a practical intimacy, this hands-on guide also provides a glossary and cross-references. A valuable addition to the herbals shelf, it would be nice to see this volume as a spiral-bound guide for field use. The best yet of Moore's well-devoted works in my library.
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Sparrow
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Nice
Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2023
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This is just what I wanted, very little wear, so great deal.
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Linda Liskiewicz
4.0 out of 5 stars The only thing I do not like and it is not just with this book but ...
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2016
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I have been looking for books on how to make medicines and identify plants. This book has been very helpful and I plan on buying more of his books. The book is well organized has some color pictures, location maps, line drawings, information on plant appearance, habitat, constituents, collecting and preparation, stability, medicinal uses and contraindications. It has a supplemental herb list, a theraputic use list, glossary and index of plant names.The only thing I do not like and it is not just with this book but with almost all of the plant idenification books, is that they do not have color pictures for all of the plants.They need that and when they do pictures they need the photos of all the plant parts. Many times drawings are just not good enough especially if you are new to this. The only reason for the four stars is the lack of color pictures.
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Marissa Laubscher
5.0 out of 5 stars A classic for herbalists on the West Coast
Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2019
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This is essential reading and reference for herbalists on the US west coast. I'm especially appreciative of the alcohol intermediary oil extraction method on page 25. It makes the most fragrant and deeply colored oils (only good for certain herbs) in just 24 hours.
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Joseph E. Whimple
5.0 out of 5 stars Natural medicinal fixes
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2013
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We use to many drugs and if we took a moment to learn how to use the natrual medicinal plants we have we would do much better. We would save money and be much healthier. When we use what nature provides us it is much better for our bodies. This book will help you to learn how to use natures medicens to help us recover and we will not need to ingest checmicals. Take a look and even discuse it with your doctor. I believe this is an excellent book to help us return to the way the good Lord ment it to be using nature to cure out issues.
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Eirx
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book.
Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2010
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Beyond useful. Packed full of information, sordid (but intriguing/useful & necessary) details that make clear what you want & need to know. The author is well studied & experienced on his subject & laces his work with humor that makes this book so much more fun to read & use. This book's value cannot be measured in monetary value. A must have essential for all herbalists, botanists/ethno-botanists & plant enthusiasts alike. 10 out of 5 stars.
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Phyllis Victory
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in Canada on September 28, 2021
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This book has excellent photos and excellent information. Clear, easy to read. I enjoyed it very much.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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