Ginseng and Other Medicinal Plants / A Book of Valuable Information for Growers as Well as Collectors of Medicinal Roots, Barks, Leaves, Etc.

Name: Ginseng and Other Medicinal Plants / A Book of Valuable Information for Growers as Well as Collectors of Medicinal Roots, Barks, Leaves, Etc.
Author: A. R. Harding

By A. R. Harding

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About This Book

A practical manual offers growers and collectors step-by-step guidance on identifying, cultivating, harvesting, and marketing medicinal roots, barks, leaves, and herbs. It begins with a comprehensive list of species and the parts used, followed by methods for cultivating wild plants and specific, illustrated instructions and garden plans. Several chapters focus on ginseng—its habits, shading and blight control, disease recognition, and pricing—while additional sections treat golden seal, cohosh, snakeroot, pokeweed, mayapple, lady's slipper and numerous forest, swamp, and field species. Practical features include growers' letters, government descriptions, disease plates, and tips for drying and selling.

About the Author

A. R. Harding

A. R. Harding was an author known for his practical guides on trapping and fur farming. His works, such as "Deadfalls and Snares" and "Fox Trapping," provide detailed instructions and insights into the methods and techniques used by trappers. Harding's writings reflect a deep understanding of animal behavior and the skills necessary for successful trapping. He also explored topics related to medicinal plants, as seen in his book "Ginseng and Other Medicinal Plants," which offers valuable information for both growers and collectors. Through his contributions, Harding has left a notable mark on the literature surrounding outdoor skills and wildlife management.