“Cactus Medicine is a well-documented synthesis of traditional practice and pharmacological evidence. By placing traditional uses within the scientific frameworks of pharmacology and ethnobotany, this book provides clinicians with a clear roadmap for exploring cactus-derived therapies by illuminating the great potential of therapeutic indications in modern clinical practice. Rogers has written a major contribution to herbal medicine and the wider field of ethnobotany.” * David Hoffmann, FNIMH, AHG, author of Medical Herbalism, Herbal Intelligence, and The Herbal Handboo *
“Comprehensive. That’s the word for Robert Dale Rogers’s treatment of medicinal substances—from lichens to mushrooms to cacti and more. Rogers’s canon is well-researched, scientifically up-to-date, and a very important collection of references for herbalists and researchers in the field.” * Matthew Wood, author of Holistic Medicine and the Extracellular Matrix and A Shamanic Herbal *
“This book by Robert Dale Rogers on cacti—a family of plants too long neglected by herbalists—is a treasure trove for all ethnobotanists. It is a must for anyone who is interested in the use of healing plants by Indigenous peoples, herb cunners, and modern phytotherapists.” * Wolf D. Storl, PhD, cultural anthropologist and ethnobotanist, coauthor of Witchcraft Medicine, and *
“Fascinating insights into the medicinal properties of the cactus family, ranging from First Nations accounts to recent scientific studies. After my long collaboration with Robert Dale Rogers, I am thrilled to see yet another plant family covered in this unique way, combining traditional uses with modern science. If you are interested in the unique pharmacology of cacti and its Indigenous use across North and South America for food, medicine, and spiritual purposes, you should consult this book. Numerous references are included, which can be used as a starting point for further scientific exploration. A must-read for all ethnobotanists and a great reference book for horticulturalists and anyone who is interested in the cactus family.” * Roland Treu, PhD, mycologist and associate professor of biology at Athabasca University *
“Robert Dale Rogers has done it again and created another botanical medicine masterpiece that belongs on every herbalist’s bookshelf! His talent at presenting deep research and experience in the world of medicinal cacti is so beautifully balanced in this book by his engaging, humorous storytelling style.” * Sam Coffman W-EMT, LAc, author of Herbal Medic and Survival Gardening *
“Modern books on herbalism and natural medicine frequently overlook the Cactaceae family; fortunately, Cactus Medicine more than fills the void. This book covers more than 570 species of cacti and provides detailed information regarding the origins of the scientific and local names for each species as well as covers traditional therapeutic uses and the pharmacological bases for these applications. The book is accessible to the novice but also provides plenty of citations for advanced audiences that may want to dig deeper. Rogers’s full-color book will be a welcome addition to the cacti enthusiasts’ library.” * Kevin Feeney, PhD, JD, cultural anthropologist *
“In my entire career, I have never met anyone with the breadth and depth of plant knowledge that Robert Dale Rogers possesses. This deep focus on cacti is yet another remarkable addition to an already extraordinary body of work.” * Kevin Kossowan, creator of From The Wild *
“Wow! I have been working with cacti as medicine for many years and this book is the ultimate, supreme source right now. If you want to learn more about healing, psychotropic, and medicinal cacti, this is an extraordinary resource. Highly recommended.” * Wouter Bijdendijk, MSc, author of Plant Power *

Robert Dale Rogers, RH(AHG)

An herbalist with more than 50 years of experience, Robert Dale Rogers is the author of more than 60 books. He is a professional member of the American Herbalists Guild and serves on the editorial board of the International Journal of Medicinal Mushrooms. Rogers is currently an adjunct professor at the Augustana Campus of the University of Alberta in Camrose, Canada.

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