Betoverende Botanie: verhalen om planten te leren kennen en lief te hebben

Why does the quaking aspen tremble, and why does the nettle sting? Where does the name “forget-me-not” come from? And are dandelion fluff seeds really just fluff? Questions you may have never asked yourself… but ones you might now want the answers to!
From North America to Korea to your own backyard: some plants can be found almost everywhere in the world. For centuries, they have healed, nourished, purified, and inspired. Our ancestors passed their knowledge down to their children… until much of it was forgotten.
Will you help bring back the magic?

Enchanting Botany is for everyone: from seasoned plant lovers to the simply curious who want to learn more about nature. It is primarily aimed at adults, but the stories are also perfect to read aloud to children. A true recommendation for nature enthusiasts, teachers, and nature guides!

Sien Lievens, herbalist, forager, and nature lover, selected the most fascinating pieces of plant folklore and rewrote the most beautiful traditional tales that explain the characteristics of plants. Illustrator Nele Van Winghem brought them to life through stunning watercolours and eco prints. A book to help you learn to know — and love — plants.