Product Overview
This is one of the bestselling aromatherapy books of all time with vital information on plant origins, medical herbalism and the properties and actions of herbs and essential oils. It covers 165 oils, their actions, characteristics, principal constituents and folk traditions and is a must for experienced aromatherapists and beginners alike.
This essential handbook is used by aromatherapists all over the world and is one of the most successful titles in this area. It includes an AZ listing of an enormous range of internationally relevant aromatic plants. Comprehensive information is provided for each entry, for example:
Common name, Latin name, botanical plant family
General Description what it looks like
Distribution where its found
Herbal Folk Tradition traditional uses
Actions what its good for
Extraction How the oil is extracted
Characteristics what the oil looks like, and which other oils it blends well with
Safety Information.
The Encyclopedia also covers:
History of aromatherapy and herbalism
How aromatic plants work on your body & mind
How to make your own blends
Uses for oils in the home.
This is a classic guide to essential oils and will remain a vital source of information for generations to come.
