Ireland’s wild plants have played an important role in our culture and folklore since ancient times, appearing in the Brehon Laws, early Irish poetry, and traditional herbal medicine. Arranged by season, the book explores many fascinating aspects of these plants—their use in charms, spells, and magical protection, their place in children’s games, their influence on Irish place names, and the folklore surrounding them. Beautifully illustrated and richly detailed, this comprehensive blend of natural history, mythology, and tradition offers an engaging and enlightening guide for anyone interested in Ireland’s native wild plants.

410 pages