About Us
Understanding the dynamic relationship between people and plants—how they shape our culture, health, and world.
The Economic Botanist is an independent digital publication exploring the deep, complex, and evolving relationship between people and plants.
Rooted in the discipline of economic botany, our mission is to share accessible, research-informed articles that uncover how plants shape—and are shaped by—human culture, society, health, and the environment. From the use of plants in traditional medicine to their roles in global trade, politics, and rituals, we cover a broad range of topics where botany intersects with everyday life.
We believe that understanding plants is essential to understanding ourselves. Whether you’re a student, researcher, policy thinker, herbalist, or simply a curious mind, The Economic Botanist offers you a place to learn, reflect, and engage with stories that deepen your awareness of the natural world and its cultural meanings.
What You’ll Find Here
In-Depth Articles on plant-human relationships from cultural, scientific, and historical perspectives
Features on plants with significance in medicine, food systems, or identity
Essays and Explorations of how traditional knowledge and modern science intersect
Curated Resources for further learning
All content is curated with a focus on clarity, depth, and respect for diverse knowledge systems.
The site is not affiliated with any institution and is entirely editorially independent.