--- product_id: 262798969 title: "Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy: Modern Herbal Medicine" price: "R5551" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/262798969-principles-and-practice-of-phytotherapy-modern-herbal-medicine store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy: Modern Herbal Medicine **Price:** R5551 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy: Modern Herbal Medicine - **How much does it cost?** R5551 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/262798969-principles-and-practice-of-phytotherapy-modern-herbal-medicine) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description The authoritative and comprehensive modern textbook on western herbal medicine - now in its second edition This long-awaited second edition of Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy covers all major aspects of herbal medicine from fundamental concepts, traditional use and scientific research through to safety, effective dosage and clinical applications. Written by herbal practitioners with active experience in clinical practice, education, manufacturing and research, the textbook is both practical and evidence based. The focus, always, is on the importance of tailoring the treatment to the individual case. New insights are given into the herbal management of approxiately 100 modern ailments, including some of the most challenging medical conditions, such as asthma, inflammatory bowel disease and other complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, and there is vibrant discussion around the contribution of phytotherapy in general to modern health issues, including health ageing. Fully referenced throughout, with more than 10, 000 citations, the book is a core resource for students and practitioners of phytotherapy and naturopathy and will be of value to all healthcare professionals - pharmacists, doctors, nurses - with an interest in herbal therapeutics. 50 evidence-based monographs, including 7 new herbs Rational guidance to phytotherapeutic strategies in the consulting room New appendices provide useful information on topics such as herbal actions, dosage in children and reading and interpreting herbal clinical trials Comprehensive revision of vital safety data, including an extensive herb-drug interaction chart. 50 evidence-based monographs, including 7 new herbs Rational guidance to phytotherapeutic strategies in the consulting room New appendices provide useful information on topics such as herbal actions, dosage in children and reading and interpreting herbal clinical trials Comprehensive revision of vital safety data, including an extensive herb-drug interaction chart. Review: Good quality, easy to use, worth the money - Brilliant book, arrived in good condition. Absolutely packed with information. Review: The Phytotherapy "Textbook" - Excellent book for the serious herbalist. Delves into many complex topics offering great explanations on how each herb works as well as thorough descriptions of the phytochemistry, body systems and accompanying herbs, and so much more. All this with the research and references listed. ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #170,245 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #184 in Herbal Remedies #3,481 in New Age Religion & Spirituality #4,927 in Medicine | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 158 Reviews | ## Images ![Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy: Modern Herbal Medicine - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51M1KtcGpIL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good quality, easy to use, worth the money *by M***S on 31 May 2026* Brilliant book, arrived in good condition. Absolutely packed with information. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Phytotherapy "Textbook" *by S***R on 9 January 2015* Excellent book for the serious herbalist. Delves into many complex topics offering great explanations on how each herb works as well as thorough descriptions of the phytochemistry, body systems and accompanying herbs, and so much more. All this with the research and references listed. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you really want to get into it *by F***. on 8 October 2019* Sometimes I'd wish for better explained recipes, but still an enormous piece of knowledge. ## Frequently Bought Together - Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy - Medical Herbalism: The Science Principles and Practices Of Herbal Medicine - Herbs and Natural Supplements, Volume 2 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/262798969-principles-and-practice-of-phytotherapy-modern-herbal-medicine](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/262798969-principles-and-practice-of-phytotherapy-modern-herbal-medicine) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-10-15*