Production Technology of Bergenia ciliata (Haw.) Sternb.

This unique book ventures to probe into very important area covering almost the entire gamut of the issues relating to cultivation of Pakhanbhed, Bergenia ciliata (Haw.) Sternb., a golden herb of Himalaya to dissolve kidney stone. It covers the botanical description, habitat and plant parts use as herbal medicine, Biogeography, Good Agricultural Practices, Recent advances in cultivation, Harvesting Technology, Post Harvest management, Storage and its multi-facets uses. This book is a ready manual and information database for not only growers but also policy makers, administrator, academia, exporters, extension workers, manufacturers and general readers interested in Bergenia.