Illustrated Encyclopedia

Fully illustrated throughout, this guide covers 165 herbs and oils in an easy-to-use A-Z index, detailing their actions, characteristics, principal constituents and origins. Also included in this practical and informative guide: an introduction to aromatics; the historical origins of essential oils and aromatherapy; aromatherapy and medical herbalism; the folk traditions of each oil; actions and applications; how to use essential oils at home; creative blending; and a guide to aromatic materials.