This “fun, sassy, and colorful” guide to herbal medicine “contains a wealth of information and offers a deeply profound and personal approach to herbalism” (Rosemary Gladstar).
Take charge of your wellbeing by reconnecting with your local plants—and with the land, elements, and seasons—through the 5 tools of Sensory Herbalism.
This book has been written for anyone who has heard the whispers of the wild and has been stirred to know more—for those with a political conscience and for lovers of the outdoors. Whether you are new to the ways of herbs or already a practicing herbalist, it explains how you can take your physical and mental health into your own hands using the plants that grow around you.
Sensory Herbalism is a unique system of health devised by the Seed Sistas over 20 years of practice. It combines traditional herbal knowledge with an understanding of how the elements (water, fire, air, earth and spirit) and the ever-changing seasons interact with the human body. Their approach blends science, medicine, creativity, ritual, magic, and fun into 5 practical, easy-to-use tools that help readers develop their own relationship with their local medicinal plants:
Illustrated with 140 artworks, photographs, and diagrams, The Sensory Herbal Handbook will guide you on a journey throughout the year, deepening your knowledge of each season’s featured plants and enhancing your wellbeing with herbal medicines, nutritious recipes, and healing rituals.
“Not only fun, sassy, and colorful, The Sensory Herbal Handbook contains a wealth of information and offers a deeply profound and personal approach to herbalism ... A herbal classic.” —Rosemary Gladstar, herbalist and author
“This wild and expressive book encourages us to discover and adventure into the world of plant medicine, not only through our minds, but also through our intuitive responses and our heart connections.” —Glennie Kindred, author of Earth Wisdom
“This entire book is exceptionally well written, entertaining, and delightful. It clearly conveys the love and passion that guide the Seed Sistas in their vital need of bringing the sensory element of Herbalism to the forefront.” —Herbal Academy Review
“Truly this is a book to inspire, to cherish, to share and to use. Herbalists and plant lovers the world over will find simple and practical techniques for enhancing their understanding of herbs. Artists, poets, gardeners and cooks as well as herbalists will all find much of interest in this lovely volume. I highly recommend it.” —Chanchal Cabrera, herbalist
“Anyone who wants to begin or deepen a journey of exploration of seasonal and indigenous plants will love this book.” —Pip Waller, herbalist, plant medicine healer and author of Holistic Anatomy
“This book represents a fascinating way to look at herbs and herbal medicine. Do dive in!” —Henriette Kress, herbalist and author of Practical Herbs 1 and2
“What I really like about this book is that it is accessible and encourages everyone to make our own remedies from local plants. This activity brings greater connection with seasonal rhythms, astrological cycles, our local habitats, and add another dimension to garden yields.” —Permaculture
“In a playful, informal writing style, this book creatively blends science, folklore, art, and plant spirit medicine.” —American Herb Association Quarterly
The Seed Sistas, Fiona Heckels and Karen Lawton, are medically trained herbalists, activists and modern plant folklorists. With artist Belle Benfield, they are on a mission to connect people with their local plants and to promote empowerment, autonomy, freedom and diversity in health care.
This “fun, sassy, and colorful” guide to herbal medicine “contains a wealth of information and offers a deeply profound and personal approach to herbalism” (Rosemary Gladstar).
Take charge of your wellbeing by reconnecting with your local plants—and with the land, elements, and seasons—through the 5 tools of Sensory Herbalism.
This book has been written for anyone who has heard the whispers of the wild and has been stirred to know more—for those with a political conscience and for lovers of the outdoors. Whether you are new to the ways of herbs or already a practicing herbalist, it explains how you can take your physical and mental health into your own hands using the plants that grow around you.
Sensory Herbalism is a unique system of health devised by the Seed Sistas over 20 years of practice. It combines traditional herbal knowledge with an understanding of how the elements (water, fire, air, earth and spirit) and the ever-changing seasons interact with the human body. Their approach blends science, medicine, creativity, ritual, magic, and fun into 5 practical, easy-to-use tools that help readers develop their own relationship with their local medicinal plants:
Illustrated with 140 artworks, photographs, and diagrams, The Sensory Herbal Handbook will guide you on a journey throughout the year, deepening your knowledge of each season’s featured plants and enhancing your wellbeing with herbal medicines, nutritious recipes, and healing rituals.
Praise
“Not only fun, sassy, and colorful, The Sensory Herbal Handbook contains a wealth of information and offers a deeply profound and personal approach to herbalism ... A herbal classic.” —Rosemary Gladstar, herbalist and author
“This wild and expressive book encourages us to discover and adventure into the world of plant medicine, not only through our minds, but also through our intuitive responses and our heart connections.” —Glennie Kindred, author of Earth Wisdom
“This entire book is exceptionally well written, entertaining, and delightful. It clearly conveys the love and passion that guide the Seed Sistas in their vital need of bringing the sensory element of Herbalism to the forefront.” —Herbal Academy Review
“Truly this is a book to inspire, to cherish, to share and to use. Herbalists and plant lovers the world over will find simple and practical techniques for enhancing their understanding of herbs. Artists, poets, gardeners and cooks as well as herbalists will all find much of interest in this lovely volume. I highly recommend it.” —Chanchal Cabrera, herbalist
“Anyone who wants to begin or deepen a journey of exploration of seasonal and indigenous plants will love this book.” —Pip Waller, herbalist, plant medicine healer and author of Holistic Anatomy
“This book represents a fascinating way to look at herbs and herbal medicine. Do dive in!” —Henriette Kress, herbalist and author of Practical Herbs 1 and2
“What I really like about this book is that it is accessible and encourages everyone to make our own remedies from local plants. This activity brings greater connection with seasonal rhythms, astrological cycles, our local habitats, and add another dimension to garden yields.” —Permaculture
“In a playful, informal writing style, this book creatively blends science, folklore, art, and plant spirit medicine.” —American Herb Association Quarterly
Author
The Seed Sistas, Fiona Heckels and Karen Lawton, are medically trained herbalists, activists and modern plant folklorists. With artist Belle Benfield, they are on a mission to connect people with their local plants and to promote empowerment, autonomy, freedom and diversity in health care.
