First published in the 4th century AD, De Herbarum Medicaminibus became one of the most widely read and influential works on herbal medicine in the Western world. This edition, edited by Hermann Koebert, is a critical edition of the text, offering insights into the history of medicine and the natural world. In addition to the original Latin text, this edition includes a detailed introduction and extensive annotations.

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