Muthi and Myths from Africa by Heather Dugmore and Ben-Eric van Wyk

A blend of myth, science and culture, these fifty-two tales explore the use of indigenous plants for physical and psychological healing across Africa. Many of these stories have been passed down orally and are written down here for the first time.

The plants covered include Leopard Orchid, Baobab, Bitter Aloe, Marula, Wild Dagga, Sugarbush, Ghaap, Pennywort, Kalahari Fever Bush, African Potato, Devil's Claw, Rooibos, Cancer Bush, Hibiscus, Honeybush, Wild Ginger and Wild Olive.