Fernando Altamirano
Materia Medica Mexicana: A Manual Of Mexican Medicinal Herbs (1904) is a comprehensive guide to the traditional medicinal herbs of Mexico. Written by Fernando Altamirano, a prominent Mexican physician and botanist, the book provides a detailed overview of over 500 different plant species, including their common names, descriptions, and medicinal properties.The book is organized alphabetically by plant species, with each entry providing a detailed description of the plant’s appearance, habitat, and traditional uses in Mexican medicine. Altamirano also includes information on the chemical composition of each plant, as well as its pharmacological properties and potential side effects.In addition to the plant descriptions, Materia Medica Mexicana also includes a wealth of historical and cultural information about traditional Mexican medicine, including the use of herbs in indigenous healing practices and the influence of European medicine on Mexican herbalism.Overall, Materia Medica Mexicana is a valuable resource for anyone interested in traditional medicine, herbalism, or the cultural history of Mexico. Its detailed descriptions and comprehensive coverage of Mexican medicinal herbs make it a must-read for anyone interested in natural health remedies.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.
