Herbal Medicine in the Middle East

Herbal medicine has played a central role in the healing traditions of the Middle East for thousands of years. Long before the rise of modern pharmaceuticals, the people of this region relied on plants, roots, and natural extracts to cure illness, relieve pain, and promote general wellbeing. The region’s unique climate—ranging from the fertile valleys of Mesopotamia to the arid deserts of Arabia—has given rise to a diverse ecosystem of medicinal flora. This rich biodiversity, combined with centuries of empirical knowledge, formed the foundation of one of the most sophisticated systems of herbal healing in the ancient world.