Medicinal Plants in Tropical Countries: Traditional Use ? Experience ? Facts

by Markus S. Mueller, Ernst Mechler nnAccording to estimates of the World Health Organization, 80% of the world population is primarily reliant on such traditional methods of healing as medicinal plants. This timely text assesses 25 common plants from several countries, providing practical and evidence-based recommendations for their application. This book essential for all practitioners working in developing countries who must understand the characteristics of medicinal plants.nProduct DetailsnnnSeries:?Complementary Medicine (Thieme (Firm))nHardcover:?176 pagesnPublisher:?Thieme; 1st edition (November 10, 2004)nLanguage:?EnglishnISBN-10:?1588902536nISBN-13:?978-1588902535