Ethnobotany; the scientific study of the traditional knowledge and customs of a people concerning plants and their medical, religious, and other uses.

According to the International Union for Conservation, there are between 50,000 and 80,000 flowering plant species that are used for healing worldwide. The sheer magnitude of these numbers is indeed remarkable. Supporting further studies of these plants in their natural habitats and incorporating their healing properties is essential. Pharmaceuticals, a relatively recent development in human history (around 200 years), fail in comparison to these plants, that have existed on Earth for tens of thousands of years. It is evident that these plants are purposefully placed on our planet, recognized not only by indigenous healers and shamans, but by those seeking alternative healing modalities worldwide. Personally, my explorations into the realm of plants have led me to delve into Amazonian plants from Peru, as well as various other flowers and herbs. My quest for knowledge is ongoing, with a keen interest in the traditional medicines of Amazonian indigenous cultures. The aspiration to deepen my connection with these extraordinary plants through plant dieting is an exciting prospect.