
Introduction to Doctrine of Signatures
Have you ever wondered... "How did people figure out which herbs help with what"?
Teachers
Matthew Wood, MS
Matthew began studying herbalism at age 13. After university studies, he began practice in 1981. He is the author of ten books on herbal medicine, including The Book of Herbal Medicine, The Earthwise Herbal Repertory, and Holistic Medicine & the Extracellular Matrix.
Leigh Arnoldy, BM
Leigh has nurtured a deep connection with nature since her early years, immersing herself in outdoor adventures. In 2016, she became a student of the MWIH. She offers local herbalism classes. On her website, she delves into the signatures and connections in the natural world.
• Does red always indicate a plant helps with blood issues?
• Why do plants that grow near the water often help with the kidneys?
• If a plant looks like a body part does it really help that part of the body?
This ancient wisdom, embraced by pre-modern cultures worldwide, unveils the extraordinary connection between the shape, color, sensory impressions, and habitat of plants and their healing properties. Prepare to be amazed as we delve into the fascinating concept of the Doctrine of Signatures.
• Why do plants that grow near the water often help with the kidneys?
• If a plant looks like a body part does it really help that part of the body?
This ancient wisdom, embraced by pre-modern cultures worldwide, unveils the extraordinary connection between the shape, color, sensory impressions, and habitat of plants and their healing properties. Prepare to be amazed as we delve into the fascinating concept of the Doctrine of Signatures.
Doctrine of Signatures
Starter Set
Includes Starter Set, Guide,
+ Writings by Matthew Wood
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See plants from a new perspective!
Join us to learn the basics of the Doctrine of Signatures and how to "read" the use of medicinal plants.
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