Plants were once our primary source of medicines, only to be replaced by Western medicine (usually coming from plant extracts). South Africa has been particularly blessed with an abundant source of medicinal plants, and a wealth of knowledge which is an important part of our natural heritage.
Prof. Ben-Erik van Wyk, author of the book “Medicinal Plants of South
Africa”, is hosting a 1 day course at the Pretoria Botanic Garden on the 12 November 2011. The cost is R550 per person, and I'm sure it will be very interesting for anyone with a fascination for medicinal plants.
Contact Jolene at info@alut.co.za or 014 717 3819 to book for the course.
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Bringing a Concept to Reality
Ok...well...it's been a while since I've had time to blog. I've had several projects on the go which have been taking up a lot of my time.
But I'm happy to say that the one that has been giving me the most sleepless nights lately, and the endeavour I'm most proud of, is the arrival of my daughter Emily Ann...
But I'm happy to say that the one that has been giving me the most sleepless nights lately, and the endeavour I'm most proud of, is the arrival of my daughter Emily Ann...
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