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Botanicals Book

Enhance your sleep and dreaming experiences with the transformative power of plants. You may already be familiar with the calming effects of chamomile and lavender for a restful night’s sleep, but there’s much more to discover.

Delve into the mysterious world of dreaming with plants such as valerian for vivid dreams and mugwort for lucid dreaming. Featuring detailed plant profiles, with dosages and cautions assured by a professional Medical Herbalist, this book blends traditional herbalism with modern medicine and neuroscience. Learn about the science of sleep, from brain waves and memory processing to the influence of the lunar cycle , and explore the intriguing realms of lucid or prophetic dreams. Rooted in the wisdom of Dilston Physic Garden in northeast England, this guide is authored by experts in science and therapy, including Wolfson Fellow, Professor Paul Chazot. They invite you to join them on their journey with plants, to eat, drink, sleep, and dream well.