Alexander Turnbull’s groundbreaking study of the medical properties of the Ranunculaceae family of plants is a seminal work in the study of natural medicine. Focusing specifically on the uses of sabadilla seeds, delphinium, and aconitum, Turnbull’s research sheds light on the chemical compounds found in these plants and their potential uses in treating a range of ailments. A must-read for anyone interested in natural medicine and plant chemistry.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.