Books
A CACTUS ODYSSEY: Journeys in the Wilds of Bolivia, Peru, and Argentina by James Mauseth, Roberto Kiesling and Carlos Ostolaza
This book presents the lively stories of three avid field biologists
who over the course of fifteen years frequently traveled together in
search of cacti in Bolivia, Peru, and Argentina. Documents their field
work studying, collecting, and researching those countries' intriguing
cacti. They cover the natural history, ecology, and a little
ethnobotany of many plants offered in our Sacred Succulents catalog.
Includes nearly 200 color photographs. Recommended!
Hardcover, color photos, 306 pages $16 (normally $40!!)
Count as 1 plant for shipping or $4 Media Mail
Fruit & Nuts: A Guide to the Cultivation, Uses & Health Benefits of Over 300 Food-producing Plants By Susanna Lyle.
Details 300+ subtropical and temperate fruit and nut plants. All the well known cultivars and lesser known species such as Goji berry, Seabuckthorn, Che, Haw, Gevuina, Serviceberry, and lots more. Includes plant history, description, detailed propagation and cultivation, harvesting and storing, nutrition and health benefits, medicinal properties, etc.
Hardcover, 300+ color photos, 480 pages $38 (normally $60!)
Count as 4 plants for shipping or $8 Media Mail
INVASION BIOLOGY: Critique of a Psuedoscience by David Theodoropoulos
The author has worked in the field of conservation biology for over
30 years and with extensive research brings to light the controversial
yet compelling deduction that the invasive species "crisis" lacks
scientific merit. With a fascinating overview of evolutionary biology,
invasion is shown to be a completely natural phenomenon, essential to
evolution. Through personal field work and a highly thorough,
non-biased examination of the work of invasion biologists, the author
demonstrates how scientific facts do not support the widespread belief
that invasive species are damaging ecosystems. What the data does show
is that they often increase biodiversity, may prevent extinctions, and
aid in restoring disturbed and polluted environments. With a wealth of
evidence, the whole concept of invasives appears to be a major
scientific blunder based on misperceived notions arising from our loss
of intimacy with the natural world. Most importantly, the author points
to how the the natural dynamics behind invasion can be harnassed to aid
species conservation. Even if you don't agree with all the author's
analyses, the facts must be considered. Essential reading!! For more
info see- www.dtheo.org
Softcover, 256 pages $32
Count as 1 plant for shipping or $4 Media Mail
THE REMARKABLE BAOBAB by Thomas Pakenham
Acclaimed historian and author of Remarkable Trees of the World,
devotes an entire volume to one of the most impressive life forms on
our planet, the fantastical Baobab tree. 8 years in the making, the
author traveled the world in search of the most striking Baobabs, this
book is a photographic and literary ode to these gargantuan trees.
Covers the ecology, mythology, religious impact, value as food,
medicine, and shelter. An informative and entertaining read, packed
full of spectacular and bizarre color photographs.
Hardcover, color photographs, 145 pages $14 (normally $20!)
Count as 2 plants for shipping or $4 Media Mail
When ordering more than 1 book Media Mail we can offer reduced shipping rates, please email us for the cost: sacredsucculents@hushmail.com
Succulent Natural Products
Copal Oro
Dried pieces of sap wildcrafted from Bursera microphylla
(Burseraceae) trees in Baja, Mexico. This "food of the gods" can be
burned as a delightfully sweet, purifying incense. Powdered and
dissolved in alcohol or vegetal oils for its antiseptic properties.
1 ounce $3.50
8 ounces $18
1 pound (16 oz.) $28
Frankincense
Dried tears of sap from the bizarre Boswellia carteri (Burseraceae)
trees of Somalia. An ancient incense widely revered since the dawn of
civilization, often in combination with myrrh. At one time worth more
than its weight in gold! It has a powerfully rich fragrance that
produces a calm meditative state, heightening mental perception. It has
very strong anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibacterial and antifungal
properties.
1 ounce $3
8 ounces $15
1 pound (16 oz) $22
Myrrh
Dried pieces of sap from Commiphora molmol (Burseraceae) trees of
northeast Africa. Utilized for thousands of years as a precious
medicine, sacred incense, perfume and ointment. A powerful antifungal,
antibacterial and broad spectrum antiseptic for treating wounds.
Powdered or dissolved in alcohol it can be made into a mouth wash.
Taken internally as an expectorant, it can help treat colds, boost the
immune system, aid digestion, and may even reduce cholesterol. Produces
a heavenly aroma when burned, said to revitalize the spirit.
1 ounce $3
8 ounces $16
1 pound (16 oz) $25
Natural Products Shipping & Handling
Up to 8 ounces $3.50 9 ounces to 1 pound $5 $2.25 each additional pound Double shipping costs for international orders $2.25 per pound when ordered with plants under 8 ounces with plants = free shipping