The Rainforest Herbal Apothecary

Explore the rich healing practices of curanderismo, the ancient and vibrantly alive Indigenous medicine tradition practiced in Central and South America.

In this book from rainforest herbalist Adriana Ayales, you’ll learn to identify and use powerful plants, herbs, fungi and resins to assist with everything from cleansing rituals to emotional healing, spiritual protection and enhancing physical vitality. You’ll discover traditional plant medicines, along with detailed descriptions, medicinal uses and rituals that can help you incorporate plant-based remedies and spiritual ceremonies into your life.

To curanderos, there’s no distinction between nature and humans. Like many native medicine peoples around the world, curanderos believe that the origin of disease and imbalances is energetic, as is the healing process. Through understanding how to recognize patterns of illness and using plant-based treatments, you’ll learn to heal on a physical, emotional and spiritual level.