Beginner's Guide: My Recommended Books + Resources

Welcome to your herbalism journey! Getting started with herbal medicine is an exciting step, and having the right resources can make it easier and more enjoyable. We’ve put together a list of essential books and tools to help you begin with confidence.

My Favorite Herbalism Books

We’re excited to share the books and resources that we love and use ourselves. These recommendations are perfect for beginners and cover everything you need to know to start your herbalism journey.

We’ve chosen these resources because they’ve been incredibly helpful in our own practice, and we believe they’ll be just as valuable for you.

Herbal Guides

• Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients into Foods and Remedies That Heal - A must-have for anyone new to herbalism. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of herbs, their uses, and how to incorporate them into your daily life.
• Wild Remedies: How to Forage Healing Foods and Craft Your Own Herbal Medicine - This beginner-friendly book breaks down the basics of herbal medicine, making it easy to understand and apply.

Medicinal Herbs

• The Modern Herbal Dispensatory: A Medicine-Making Guide -  Focused on medicinal herbs, this resource offers detailed profiles of essential herbs and their healing properties.
• The Art & Practice of Spiritual Herbalism: Transform, Heal, and Remember with the Power of Plants and Ancestral Medicine - A practical guide to using medicinal herbs for common ailments. Perfect for those looking to take their first steps in herbal healing.

Herbal Recipes

• Medical Herbalism: The Science Principles and Practices Of Herbal Medicine - Filled with easy-to-follow recipes, this book is a treasure trove for anyone interested in creating their own herbal remedies.
• African American Herbalism: A Practical Guide to Healing Plants and Folk Traditions - Learn how to craft herbal teas, tinctures, and more with this beginner-friendly recipe book.

Growing Your Own Herbs

• Energetic Herbalism: A Guide to Sacred Plant Traditions Integrating Elements of Vitalism, Ayurveda, and Chinese Medicine - Start your herbal garden with this guide, which offers tips on growing, harvesting, and preserving your herbs.
• Wild Witchcraft: Folk Herbalism, Garden Magic, and Foraging for Spells, Rituals, and Remedies - Whether you have a small balcony or a large garden, this book will help you cultivate a thriving herbal garden.

 For more great book recommendations and additional resources, visit our SHOP Page - My Favorite Herbalism Books.

Why Choose Mandala Wellness Herb School?

At Mandala Wellness Herb School, we provide comprehensive and accessible herbal education. Whether you're a beginner starting from 0 or are ready to heal your specific issues with herbs at the fore-front, we have classes for all levels.

Ready to get started with herbalism? Our courses will guide you every step of the way. Check out our classes here and begin your herbal journey with us!

Kristen Prosen