By Niall Mac Coitir
From the earliest times, Ireland’s wild plants have been woven into our stories, laws, and beliefs — appearing in the Brehon Laws, early Irish poetry, and traditional herbal medicine. In this beautifully illustrated and deeply researched book, Niall Mac Coitir explores the myths, legends and folklore surrounding Ireland’s native flora, tracing how plants have shaped our cultural heritage and daily life.
Organised by season, the book reveals how wild plants have been used for magical protection, charms and spells, as well as their appearance in children’s games, Irish place names, and ancient rituals. From the sacred oak and healing herbs to meadow wildflowers, each plant is brought vividly to life through stories that connect landscape, language, and lore.
Blending natural history with mythology and Irish folklore, this is an enchanting companion for anyone interested in Ireland’s wild places and the living traditions that celebrate them.
Explores Ireland’s native wild plants through myth, legend and folklore
Organised seasonally for easy reference and storytelling flow
Combines botanical insight with cultural history and natural magic
A perfect gift for lovers of Irish heritage and wild nature
Niall Mac Coitir grew up in a bilingual Dublin home that nurtured a love of Irish nature and heritage. An active member of the Irish Wildlife Trust, he works for Fingal County Council. His other acclaimed works include Ireland’s Animals: Myths, Legends & Folklore and Ireland’s Birds: Myths, Legends & Folklore.
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