Andrew Pengelly
BA DBM ND DHom FNHAA
Initially trained in horticulture then studied to be a herbalist and naturopath at the Southern Cross Herbal School.
Has completed a major in plant biology from the University of New England, cultivated organic herbs and learned the art of distillation of lavender, eucalyptus and other aromatic herbs.
Operated a natural therapist practice for 18 years in the Hunter Valley.
Currently a full time lecturer at the University of Newcastle and conducting a PhD research project investigating the activity of traditional medicines.
A well-known lecturer on many aspects of medicinal herbs and authored the classic reference text "The Constituents of Medicinal Plants", which is now in its 2nd edition.
A fellow of the National Herbalists Association of Australia having served many years as executive director and vice-president.
Member of the International Society for Ethnopharmacology, Phytochemical Society of Europe, and Australian Plant Conservation Network