BotanoLogos Herbal Studies

Patricia has accomplished something truly remarkable with this book. She has crafted a beautiful text that speaks to all plant lovers. Clinicians, wildcrafters, botanists, and wildflower enthusiasts will repeatedly be drawn back to this gem. The book’s true value lies in the decades of stories, experiences, and deep connections with plants that Patricia has cultivated over her lifetime. With its visually stunning presentation, this book will become a timeless, cherished reference.

– Kat Maier, RH(AHG, author of Energetic Herbalism: A Guide to Sacred Plant Traditions Integrating Elements of Vitalism, Ayurveda, and Chinese Medicine

This is a priceless guide that makes Southern plant alchemy accessible to everyone. Howell’s book is healing and exhilarating because it contains vital knowledge we all need as we face significant earth changes and political unrest. Though the sheer beauty of this book will captivate you, it overflows with wisdom that may one day save your life.

– Janisse Ray, environmental activist and author of Ecology of a Cracker Childhood

Nearly 20 years ago, Patricia Kyritsi Howell published Medicinal Plants of the Southern Appalachians, an essential resource for herbalists and foragers. Blending scientific and folk knowledge, it has been celebrated for its comprehensive coverage of native medicinal plants. Howell’s new edition includes vibrant color photographs and updated information, making it an invaluable reference for those interested in Southern Appalachian medicinal plants.

– T. J. Smith, editor of The Foxfire Book of Appalachian Cookery and Foxfire Story: Oral Tradition in Southern Appalachia