Poisonous Plants and Fatal Fungi: The Lore and Lure of Deadly Botanicals

Poisonous Plants and Fatal Fungi – The Lore and Lure of Deadly Fascination

Unlock the chilling secrets and irresistible allure of the botanical world's shadow side with Poisonous Plants and Fatal Fungi: The Lore and Lure of Deadly Fascination by Sandra Kynes. Delve into sixty captivating profiles of toxic plants and deadly fungi—each with a fascinating history tied to folklore, magic, crime, medicine, art, and myth. From the classic killers like aconite and deadly nightshade to frightful fungi such as the infamous death cap, this beautifully compiled guide explores how humans have been seduced, repelled, and sometimes cured by the enigmatic powers of poisonous flora.

Kynes presents her subjects through five themed sections, offering historical context, magical and folkloric anecdotes, medicinal uses (and misuses), as well as modern perspectives on toxicology. Discover witches’ brews, infamous crimes, indigenous healing practices, and appearances in literature and art—all while learning to discern truth from myth around the world’s most fascinating plant assassins. Award-winning author Coby Michael praises the book for its blend of murder mystery, medical history, and botanical folklore, making it a must-have for witches, healers, gardeners, and naturalists alike.

Highlights & Benefits

• Explores 60 deadly plants and fungi through profiles rich in lore, myth, and history.
• Examines magical, medicinal, and criminal uses—plus their impact on culture, science, and art.
• Unveils the secrets behind witches’ poisons, famous assassinations, indigenous healing, and modern toxicology.
• Packed with historical case studies, folkloric tales, and vivid illustrations for reference or inspiration.
• Written by Sandra Kynes, acclaimed for making esoteric knowledge accessible and engaging.

Ready to Explore Nature’s Darkest Powers?

Perfect for magical practitioners, naturalists, historians, and true crime buffs—Poisonous Plants and Fatal Fungi reveals the beautiful danger of the natural world, where poison can be both a curse and a cure.

Trade Paperback | English | 312 pages | 6.00 x 9.00 IN