The Botanical Bible: Plants, Flowers, Art, Recipes & Other Home Uses
The Botanical Bible: Plants, Flowers, Art, Recipes & Other Home Uses
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The Botanical Bible: Plants, Flowers, Art, Recipes & Other Home Uses
Sonya Patel EllisPublisher: Abrams
September 2018
EAN: 9781419732232
ISBN: 1419732234
Synopsis: The Botanical Bible is an elegant and comprehensive introduction to the beauty, diversity, and value of the botanical world. "This encyclopedia for flora fiends is packed with info on everything from photosynthesis to fig leaf ice cream, plus it's pretty enough for the coffee table." --Southern Living Author Sonya Patel Ellis is a writer, editor, and artist who works primarily with pressed botanicals. She founded The Herbarium Project to explore the parallels and interconnectivity among nature, art, books, and culture. Here she covers:
- The evolution of the plant kingdom
- The history of horticulture
- Basic botany
- How to garden and forage in six major climate zones
- Recipes for savory dishes, sweets, and drinks
- How to use botanicals for beauty and health, with instructions for making essential oils, herbal remedies, floral scents, and natural cosmetics
- The world of botanical artistry and crafts
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