The Apothecaries' Garden: A History of the Chelsea Physic Garden

by Minter, Sue

• ISBN13: 9780750924498
• ISBN10: 0750924497
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2001-03-01
• Publisher: Trafalgar Square

Summary

Founded in 1673 by the Society of Apothecaries, the Chelsea Physic Garden led the world for over 300 years in the research and classification of new plants. Sue Minter examines its history and many notable achievements.

Table of Contents

List of Illustrations	vi
Foreword: A Message from HRH The Prince of Wales	ix
Acknowledgements	x
Introduction	xi
The Origin of the Chelsea Physic Garden	1	(14)
Miller's Garden	15	(30)
1770--1848: The Development of Natural Classification	45	(36)
1848--1899: Changing Fortunes	81	(24)
1899--1970: A New Benefactor and a New Role	105	(28)
1970--2000: Crisis and a New Role	133	(36)
Postscript	169	(1)
Appendix 1: Chelsea Physic Garden Staff	170	(2)
Appendix 2: Chelsea Physic Garden History through Maps	172	(1)
Appendix 3: Medicinal and Useful Plants Growing at Chelsea in 1772	173	(13)
Appendix 4: Medicinal Plants at the Chelsea Physic Garden in the Year 2000	186	(7)
Appendix 5: The Historical Walk	193	(10)
Notes	203	(3)
Select Bibliography	206	(3)
Index	209