Moss Medicine

“I have known Robert Rogers for more than 30 years. During the early years, he took on the project of researching the medicinal properties of the plants of the boreal forest. The books that have come from this project have included trees, herbaceous plants, fungi, and now bryophytes. In this book, you will find information on practical uses and contraindications, along with scientific and medically useful information. The genetic pathways involved may hold the key to survival in the fields of medicine, agriculture, biodiversity, and space exploration.” * Robert Pearman, ND, a specialist in Herbology *“This richly informed and deeply researched book opened my eyes to clinical possibilities from a source I wasn’t previously aware of. Reading it inspired recognition of the huge number of moss species, which offer hope for novel medical treatments. This book discusses the research supporting new solutions for medical conditions, with particularly strong support for potential in dealing with both cancer and infectious diseases. I really enjoyed the fascinating chemical, medical, historical, and cultural insights that underlie the different uses of moss. I cannot recommend this book highly enough for those interested in nature-based therapeutics or traditional medicines and looking for inspiration.” * Peter Silverstone, MD, FRCPC, professor of psychiatry, University of Alberta *“I am both inspired by and grateful for Robert’s focus on medicinal mosses. As a practicing herbalist, I am deeply intrigued by their history, medicinal potential, and the immense role they play in the sacred web of life on our planet.” * Chad Cornell, integrative herbalist and founder of The Hollow Reed School of Healing Arts & Herbals *“As a medical doctor and ecology enthusiast, I loved this book, especially the wonderful introductory chapter that offers a wise perspective. I appreciate a book written by a holistic systems thinker that compiles an exhaustive reference that appeals to those concerned with a planetary, or one-health, approach to living.” * Raquel Feroe, MD, Alberta Medical Association *

Robert Dale Rogers, RH (AHG), an herbalist with more than 50 years of experience, is the author of more than 60 books, a professional member of the American Herbalists Guild, and on the editorial board of the International Journal of Medicinal Mushrooms. A former clinical professor in family medicine, he lives in Camrose, Alberta, Canada.