Series: The Plant Detective

Produced by KUFM - Montana Public Radio

An investigation into the world of medicinal plants

"The Plant Detective" is a 90 second, once-per-week radio program about medicinal plants. Flora Delaterre (a.k.a., the Plant Detective) takes listeners on phytomedicinal investigations into the habitats, history and modern usage of medicinal plants. The show is upbeat, informative and appealing.


Additional Files

16 pieces

Order by: Default | Newest First | Oldest First
The Plant Detective - episode 30 - Datura (for Halloween)
From KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Datura: Deadly source of important medicine

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Oct 22, 2007
  • Length: 00:01:29
  • Licenses: 1
The Plant Detective - episode 29 - Cranberry
From KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Cranberry: Urinary tract infection remedy

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Oct 22, 2007
  • Length: 00:01:29
  • Licenses: 1
The Plant Detective - episode 28 - Mistletoe II
From KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Mistletoe and Cancer

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Oct 22, 2007
  • Length: 00:01:29
  • Licenses: 1
The Plant Detective - episode 27 - Mistletoe I
From KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Mistletoe: Used in folk medicine on every continent

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Oct 22, 2007
  • Length: 00:01:29
  • Licenses: 1
The Plant Detective - episode 11 - Bilberry
From KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Bilberry: World War II pilots ate it to improve night vision

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Oct 15, 2007
  • Length: 00:01:29
  • Licenses: 1
The Plant Detective - episode 26 - Aloe
From KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Aloe: Heals, soothes, and protects skin

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Oct 15, 2007
  • Length: 00:01:29
  • Licenses: 1
The Plant Detective - episode 10 - Tea II
From KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Tea II: Central nervous system stimulant and antioxidant

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Jun 11, 2007
  • Length: 00:01:29
  • Licenses: 1
The Plant Detective - episode 9 - Tea I
From KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Tea I: Central nervous system stimulant and antioxidant

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Jun 11, 2007
  • Length: 00:01:29
  • Licenses: 1
The Plant Detective - episode 8 - Star Anise
From KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Star Anise: Source of key ingredient for bird flu medicine

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Jun 11, 2007
  • Length: 00:01:29
  • Licenses: 1
The Plant Detective - episode 7 -Milk Thistle II
From KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Milk Thistle II: Liver protectant and antidote to mushroom poisoning

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Jun 11, 2007
  • Length: 00:01:29
  • Licenses: 1
The Plant Detective - episode 6 - Milk Thistle I
From KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Milk Thistle I: Liver protectant and antidote to mushroom poisoning

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Jun 11, 2007
  • Length: 00:01:29
  • Licenses: 1
The Plant Detective - episode 5 - Lavender
From KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Lavender: Useful in aromatherapy, insomnia, and mood disturbances

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: May 31, 2007
  • Length: 00:01:29
  • Licenses: 1
The Plant Detective - episdoe 4 - Cinchona
From KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Cinchona: Source of quinine, the original antimalarial

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Apr 20, 2007
  • Length: 00:01:29
  • Licenses: 1
The Plant Detective - episode 3 - Elderberry
From KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Elderberry: Fights viruses, boosts immunity, reduces stress

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Apr 20, 2007
  • Length: 00:01:29
  • Licenses: 1
The Plant Detective - episode 1 - Foxglove
From KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Foxglove (Digitalis): Used for congestive heart failure

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Apr 20, 2007
  • Length: 00:01:29
  • Licenses: 1
The Plant Detective - episode 2 - Cinnamon
From KUFM - Montana Public Radio
Episode 2: Cinnamon: Helps regulate blood sugar levels in people with diabetes

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Apr 20, 2007
  • Length: 00:01:29
  • Licenses: 1

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