The Plant Detective

Series produced by KUFM - Montana Public Radio

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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: Newest First | Oldest First
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Datura: Deadly source of important medicine

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Oct 22, 2007
  • Length: 01:29
  • Purchases: 1
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Cranberry: Urinary tract infection remedy

Bought by KRZA and WRIR


  • Added: Oct 22, 2007
  • Length: 01:29
  • Purchases: 2

  • Added: Oct 22, 2007
  • Length: 01:29
  • Purchases: 1
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Mistletoe: Used in folk medicine on every continent

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Oct 22, 2007
  • Length: 01:29
  • Purchases: 1
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Bilberry: World War II pilots ate it to improve night vision

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Oct 15, 2007
  • Length: 01:29
  • Purchases: 1
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Aloe: Heals, soothes, and protects skin

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Oct 15, 2007
  • Length: 01:29
  • Purchases: 1
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Tea II: Central nervous system stimulant and antioxidant

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Jun 11, 2007
  • Length: 01:29
  • Purchases: 1
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Tea I: Central nervous system stimulant and antioxidant

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Jun 11, 2007
  • Length: 01:29
  • Purchases: 1
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Star Anise: Source of key ingredient for bird flu medicine

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Jun 11, 2007
  • Length: 01:29
  • Purchases: 1
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Milk Thistle II: Liver protectant and antidote to mushroom poisoning

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Jun 11, 2007
  • Length: 01:29
  • Purchases: 1
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Milk Thistle I: Liver protectant and antidote to mushroom poisoning

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Jun 11, 2007
  • Length: 01:29
  • Purchases: 1
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Lavender: Useful in aromatherapy, insomnia, and mood disturbances

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: May 31, 2007
  • Length: 01:29
  • Purchases: 1
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Cinchona: Source of quinine, the original antimalarial

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Apr 20, 2007
  • Length: 01:29
  • Purchases: 1
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Elderberry: Fights viruses, boosts immunity, reduces stress

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Apr 20, 2007
  • Length: 01:29
  • Purchases: 1
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Foxglove (Digitalis): Used for congestive heart failure

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Apr 20, 2007
  • Length: 01:29
  • Purchases: 1
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Episode 2: Cinnamon: Helps regulate blood sugar levels in people with diabetes

Bought by WRIR


  • Added: Apr 20, 2007
  • Length: 01:29
  • Purchases: 1