Flora of plants and herbs in ancient Egypt

Document Type : Academic scientific reviews of any other material related to the main domains of this Journal.

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Institute of African Research and Studies Aswan University

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The use of plants in Egypt dates back to ancient times. The ancient Egyptians gained great experience in the use of herbs. They excelled in all life sciences and knowledge. They taught humanity through their hands. They laid the foundations of human civilization. They struggled with existence and time and triumphed over them. The Egyptian mentality is an advanced scientific mentality. The ancient Egyptians were the first to practice medicine and pharmacy on sound scientific foundations. They excelled in mummification to the point of miracles. The modern world, despite its progress, is still unable to discover its secret or the materials used in it. The ancient Egyptians were known for their long experience in understanding the properties of fluorescence. They had established and stable traditions that had been passed down since ancient times, which resulted in us becoming familiar with many plants used since the oldest times in ancient Egypt

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