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BOOK DESCRIPTION - The Plant Next DoorA practical guide to the healing plants growing in our own backyard. The Plant Next Door is a grounded, easy-to-understand collection of traditional plant knowledge rooted in everyday Caribbean life. This book explores the familiar plants that grow beside our homes, along village fences, in open yards, and by the roadside-plants that many people pass by without knowing their full potential. Drawing from lived experience and long-standing cultural practices, this book offers clear explanations of each plant's parts and their traditional uses. Readers will learn about the benefits of the fruit, leaves, bark, root, seeds, flowers, and how different preparations-teas, baths, poultices, juices, and washes-are commonly used in home remedies. Written in a simple and accessible style, The Plant Next Door focuses on plant identification, traditional household remedies, and the wisdom passed down through generations. Each section presents practical, everyday knowledge that reflects community life, cultural healing practices, and the natural medicine traditions of the Caribbean. This book is ideal for: - Individuals interested in natural remedies - Families wanting to reconnect with traditional plant knowledge - Readers who prefer straightforward, easy-to-follow explanations - Anyone seeking a deeper appreciation for the plants growing close to home The Plant Next Door reminds us that healing often begins right where we are-sometimes just a few steps outside the door.

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