The Great Lexicon of Living Green: Folklore, Medicine, and Myth in Plant Names (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798276447810)

The Great Lexicon of Living Green is a treasury of plant names and their hidden stories. From elder and birch to cacao and maize, each entry blends folklore, medicine, horticulture, and myth into a lyrical narrative. Illustrated with vintage botanical plates and enriched with cultural essays, this book is both encyclopedic and poetic - a collector's volume for gardeners, storytellers, and lovers of nature.

Across 27 chapters, you'll discover 27 plants brought to life in detail: their names, their symbolism, their practical uses, and their place in myth and culture. Each chapter is accompanied by a reflection prompt, inviting you to connect personally with the living green world.

Whether you are a gardener, a folklorist, or simply someone who loves the poetry of nature, this book is a timeless companion - a lexicon of memory, meaning, and growth.