Ozark Medicinal Herbs

features a presentation on native edible and medicinal plants of the Ozarks. The speaker, a foraging expert, identifies various plant families (mint, aster, mustard, lily, pea, rose, heath, grape, elm, and laurel) and their respective species. He details the edible and medicinal uses of each plant, citing both modern and Native American applications. Emphasis is placed on sustainable foraging practices and responsible harvesting to preserve plant populations. The presentation also includes recommended reading material on foraging and native plants.