This volume addresses the critical challenge of accessing fragmented scientific literature regarding herbs and aromatic plants by consolidating research data into a centralized, indexed bibliography. The authors, drawing on their expertise in horticultural and plant sciences, identified a significant gap in the availability of organized information for researchers and professionals. By compiling data from diverse journals, agricultural reports, and internal publications, they provide a structured framework for navigating the technical and commercial study of temperate zone plants. This work serves as a foundational reference tool designed to facilitate efficient information retrieval for those operating within the fields of chemistry, food science, and pharmacology.

The subject matter points to a highly specialized, dense reference text intended for academic and professional use within the botanical and pharmacological sciences. Its utility is defined by its role as a historical record of research trends during the 1970s, serving as a foundational resource for those conducting retrospective studies in plant science.