The Complete Herbal by Nicholas Culpeper
The Complete Herbal by Nicholas Culpeper
A timeless herbal masterpiece — now beautifully restored for modern readers.
The Complete Herbal by Nicholas Culpeper is one of the most legendary herbal books ever written. First published in the 1600s, this work has guided healers, botanists, gardeners, and natural medicine practitioners for centuries. Now digitally restored, this edition brings Culpeper’s rich knowledge into a clear, beautifully formatted, and easy-to-read ebook.
Inside, you’ll explore hundreds of herbs, each with:
✨ Detailed plant descriptions
✨ Traditional uses from ancient herbal medicine
✨ Planetary and astrological associations
✨ Historical remedies and preparations
✨ Illustrated plates of British herbs
✨ Culpeper’s insights into natural healing and the harmony of nature
This ebook is both a historical treasure and an essential guide for anyone fascinated by the world of medicinal plants.
🌱 Why This Ebook Is Special
Unlike modern herb books, The Complete Herbal is filled with:
✓ Authentic 17th-century herbal wisdom
Directly from Culpeper’s hand — the most influential herbalist in British history.
✓ Astrological herbalism
Discover how each plant is linked to planets and zodiac signs, and how Culpeper believed this influenced healing.
✓ Hundreds of herbs fully described
From Agrimony to Yarrow — old English herbs, forest plants, wildflowers, roots, leaves, seeds, flowers, and their effects.
✓ Beautiful historical illustrations
Original coloured plates from ancient editions, showing the herbs as they were known centuries ago.
✓ A complete guide to using herbs the old way
With Culpeper’s system of nature, remedies, “virtues,” and preparation techniques.
This ebook is perfect for herbalists, holistic healers, gardeners, natural medicine students, history lovers, writers, and anyone who loves nature.
📦 What You’ll Get (Simple Points)
✔ 400+ herbal entries with descriptions and uses
✔ 20+ full old-style plant illustration plates
✔ Culpeper’s original preface, letters, and explanations
✔ Planetary associations of herbs (Sun, Moon, Mercury, etc.)
✔ Guide to preparing oils, ointments, balms, and tinctures
✔ Remedies for classic disorders (as understood in the 1600s)
✔ Easy navigation through herbs A–Z
✔ A timeless reference for herbal and historical research
🌼 Who Is This Ebook For?
Perfect for:
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Herbalists & plant lovers
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Holistic and natural medicine students
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Gardeners wanting to understand plant history
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Writers & worldbuilders (fantasy, historical fiction…)
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Anyone who loves old books and ancient remedies
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Collectors of classical herbal knowledge
It’s both a practical reference and a historical jewel.
🎁 Thank You Message (ready to use)
Thank you for purchasing The Complete Herbal!
Your support keeps the world of natural medicine, history, and botanical knowledge alive. I hope this ebook inspires you, enriches your understanding of herbs, and connects you to centuries of healing wisdom. Enjoy exploring this extraordinary work — a true treasure of herbal history.