Noongar Bush Medicine

Noongar Bush Medicine
Medicinal Plants of the South-West of Western Australia
By John Horsfall & Vivienne Hansen

A comprehensive guide to traditional plant knowledge from the Noongar people.

Noongar Bush Medicine offers a detailed exploration of the medicinal plants used by Aboriginal people of the south-west of Western Australia prior to European settlement.

This important work brings together knowledge of local flora and their traditional uses, providing insight into the deep relationship between people, land, and healing.

Inside this book, you’ll discover:

• A guide to medicinal plants native to south-west WA
• Traditional uses of plants for:
– Common ailments
– Healing and wellbeing
– Protection and care

• Knowledge grounded in Noongar cultural practices and connection to Country

Themes explored include:

• The relationship between land, plants, and healing
• Traditional ecological knowledge and sustainability
• The importance of preserving and respecting Indigenous wisdom

What makes this book special:

• A rare and valuable resource focused on local Western Australian plant medicine
• Bridges traditional knowledge with modern interest in natural remedies
• Encourages a deeper respect for Country and Indigenous culture
• Both educational and practical in its approach

At its heart, this book offers:
A reminder that the land holds wisdom—and that by learning to listen, we can reconnect with natural ways of healing and living.

Perfect for:

• Readers interested in bush medicine and natural healing
• Those wanting to learn about Noongar culture and knowledge systems
• Herbalists, gardeners, and nature enthusiasts
• Anyone seeking a deeper connection to the land of Western Australia

Product Details

• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 240
• Dimensions: 22.9 x 15.3 x 1.8 cm
• ISBN: 9781742589060