Indian Herbal Drug Microscopy (Hb 2014) Hardcover

The adulteration and misidentification of herbal medicines pose significant health risks to consumers. Ensuring the correct plant species is used is the crucial first step in quality control, and anatomical studies are essential for this authentication process. Indian Herbal Drug Microscopy, the result of extensive experience and research, is a key resource for identifying and evaluating Indian medicinal plants. Organized into four clear and thorough chapters, the book details step-by-step methods for preparing plant samples, techniques for staining plant tissues to highlight different components, and the anatomical features of forty important Indian medicinal plants. Examples include well-known herbs like Arjuna, Ashoka, Ashwagandha, and spices like Cinnamon and Ginger, as well as others such as Kurchi, Rauwolfia, Turmeric, Tulsi, and Vasaka. The book is further enhanced by color photographs and detailed hand-drawn microscopic illustrations. Authored by experts in the field, Indian Herbal Drug Microscopy serves as a valuable guide for the microscopic identification of Indian medicinal plants, crucial for quality control and ensuring the safety and efficacy of herbal drugs available in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India, and beyond.