Botany Episodes

This week, we’re talking about the thistle. From a medical marvel to a symbol of Scotland, we explore the rich history of this spiky plant.

In this episode, Daisy, Charlotte and Olivia talk about some Qs in the history of medicine: quinine, quarantine and quackery.

In this episode, Daisy, Charlotte and Olivia discuss some Os in the history of medicine: oranges, obesity and osteoporosis.

In this episode, Daisy and Olivia tackle some of the Js in the history of medicine: juniper, jet lag, and jealousy.

In this week’s episode, Daisy, Olivia and Laura hit the Hs: halitosis, hemlock and hysteria.

Explores botany and medicine in Edinburgh since the 16th Century.

Dr Gavin Hardy discusses the history of plants in medicine during the time of the Ancient Greeks and Romans.