Description:
Healing Wisdom from Trees: From Root to Remedy is a richly detailed guide to the identification, traditional uses, and healing properties of twenty remarkable trees. Herbalist and storyteller Brenda Gallagher weaves together science, folklore, and hands-on herbal wisdom, introducing each tree as both a botanical specimen and a living teacher.
From the soothing shade of basswood to the enduring strength of oak, from the sweet blossoms of cherry to the protective embrace of cedar, these pages reveal each tree's gifts for body, mind, and spirit. Alongside practical information on medicinal and culinary uses, you'll find cultural histories, ecological insights, and timeless lessons to deepen your connection with the natural world.
Whether you are an herbalist, forager, healer, or simply someone who finds peace among leaves and branches, Healing Wisdom from Trees offers inspiration and practical knowledge to help you see the forest as both a sanctuary and a source of living medicine.
Brief description: From an early age, Brenda Gallagher was captivated by the beauty and mystery of the natural world--a fascination nurtured by her parents and grandparents, who introduced her to its wonders. Over the past 35 years, she has cultivated a deep passion for medicinal plants, studying their uses and sharing her knowledge through presentations, workshops, and interpretive hikes. An avid gardener and forager, she delights in growing and gathering herbs to craft her own healing remedies. Brenda currently serves as a vegetation specialist with the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority in Southern Ontario, where she leads natural restoration projects that help heal and protect the land she loves.