Edible & Medicinal Plants of Canada
This informative piece of literature was sent in by our Lead Workation Consultant Jo!
*Perfect for all, especially if you are interested in nature and local plant-life!
Don’t forget to email your latest fave to taylor.raymond@travelnurse.ca to have it featured in our monthly book club. :)
Summary
Canada is home to a vast diversity of plants that have helped nourish and heal our people for thousands of years.
Find out about: * First Nations uses of plant species * Gathering and preparing wild plants for a variety of uses * Historic European uses of plant species * Plants for everything from clothing to shelter * The fundamentals of survival – food and medicines * Clear descriptions of the plants and where to find them * Warnings about plant allergies, poisons and digestive upsets * A special section identifying poisonous plants and species that are similar *
More than 530 colour photographs and 125 illustrations.
Jo’s Thoughts:
This is my go to book currently. So much cool information. We have been collecting some cool plants and using their roots, leaves, and flowers to make some teas, infused oils, and medicines. I have been using the information to educate my daughter and her friends as well as the people I hike with.
The book even provides a section that warns of dangerous plants.
