Cultivation and Processing of Medicinal Plants |
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| Editor:
| Hornok, L. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-471-92383-1 |
| Publication Date: | Feb 1993 |
| Publisher: | John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $137.95 |
Book Description:
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A comprehensive practical account detailing botanical cultivation and chemical processing of plants for the extraction of pharmacologically active drugs or drug mixtures. Includes species containing aromatic and flavoring substances and essential oils used in the kitchen, perfumery and cosmetics, in modern therapy and traditional herbal remedies. The controlling possibilities of biological, economical and technical parameters influencing efficient cultivation are discussed as well as...
More DescriptionA comprehensive practical account detailing botanical cultivation and chemical processing of plants for the extraction of pharmacologically active drugs or drug mixtures. Includes species containing aromatic and flavoring substances and essential oils used in the kitchen, perfumery and cosmetics, in modern therapy and traditional herbal remedies. The controlling possibilities of biological, economical and technical parameters influencing efficient cultivation are discussed as well as special biological requirements and equipment.