Original Color Herbal Medicine Atlas. Flowers & Fruits · Seeds 2

Author: Zhao Xinxian, Chief Editor; Zhao Suyun, Sub-series Editor
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Publish Date: 2003-04-01
Features: This book is Volume 2 of "Color Illustrated Collection of Chinese Medicinal Herbs: Fruits & Seeds," featuring 133 species of medicinal plants, each accompanied by original color illustrations for visual reference. The content includes:
① Chinese Name: Primarily based on names from historical pharmacopoeias.
② Common Name: Local names of the plant in different regions.
③ Source: The plant's family classification.
④ Morphology: Description of plant characteristics and growth periods.
⑤ Distribution: Native habitat and distribution of the plant.
⑥ Collection and Processing: Harvesting season, methods, medicinal parts, and processing techniques.
⑦ Efficacy and Indications: Pharmacological effects, applicable conditions, dosage (all adult dosages are provided; children should adjust accordingly). Toxic plants are clearly marked.
⑧ Folk Remedies: Therapeutic uses from traditional folk prescriptions, primarily sourced from references such as "Dictionary of Chinese Materia Medica" and "Compendium of Chinese Medicinal Herbs."
Each medicinal plant is named using internationally adopted Latin binomials for easy reference, and an index is included. The content of this book is extensive, making it an invaluable resource for clinicians and researchers in the fields of pharmacology, medicinal botany, pharmacognosy, pharmacology, phytochemistry, pharmacodynamics, and agroforestry. It is a rare and indispensable collection.