Explore the captivating world of plant chemistry with “CHEMISTRY OF PLANTS: PERFUMES, PIGMENTS AND POISONS, 2nd Edition.” This accessible book reveals how organic compounds create the vibrant colors, alluring fragrances, and potent properties of plants. Discover essential chemistry and biology concepts through engaging stories and colorful imagery, making complex topics easy to understand. From familiar flowers like daffodils to vital medicinal plants and genetic modification, this edition expands on crucial areas. Perfect for students, general readers, and experts alike, it demystifies the chemistry that makes plants so vital to our lives. An ideal introduction to plant chemistry or a valuable reference for more advanced study.