The history of Western herbalism -- Ethical wild harvesting -- The fundamentals of wild harvesting -- Basic folk medicine making -- How to use this book -- Herbal glossary -- The herbs

A richly illustrated and deeply researched guide to the folklore, history, and healing uses of nearly one hundred plants. Ethnobotanist Rebecca Beyer explores each plant's origins, traditional and modern applications, and practical ways to incorporate them into daily life. Blending herbal wisdom with sustainable foraging practices, The Complete Folk Herbal offers timeless remedies and invites readers to reconnect with the natural world through the living traditions of folk medicine