This is a catalog of Japanese and Chinese plants, compiled by a German physician and botanist who lived in Japan in the early 19th century. The book contains a wealth of information on the morphology, taxonomy, and medicinal properties of over a hundred plants, many of which were new to the European botanical tradition. The author also describes his experiences traveling and conducting research in Japan and China, as well as his encounters with local people, customs, and cultures.

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