The Fungal Pharmacy: The Complete Guide to Medicinal Mushrooms 

by Robert Rogers

608 pages
Publisher: North Atlantic Books

Get to know over 300 species of North American medicinal mushrooms and lichens in this giant reference tome replete with full-color photography. These fungi can heal both our bodies and the planet; herbalist and mycologist Robert Rogers walks us through the benefits and uses of each, documenting success in treating chronic and acute conditions, balancing the immune system, and curing disease. Each entry covers the fungus's medicinal properties, active chemical components, preparation, and historical significance as well as modern usage.