Hortus Dietetica

Hortus Dietetica

James Main

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Jardinería
ISBN:
9781436877251
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Hortus Dietetica is a comprehensive guidebook for cultivating plants that are useful as food for humans, both native and exotic. Written by James Main and first published in 1845, this book provides practical instructions and descriptions for growing a wide range of plants, including fruits, vegetables, herbs, and grains. The author covers all aspects of plant cultivation, from soil preparation and planting to harvesting and storing. He also includes information on the nutritional value of each plant and how it can be prepared for consumption. Hortus Dietetica is an essential resource for anyone interested in growing their own food or learning more about the plants that sustain us.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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