It has diverse potential medicinal uses. Can you share us some of the potential uses of this promising plant?
Artemisia is a plant widely used in medicine, because it has a number of beneficial activities, i.e. antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory and antimicrobial. This last property is currently focused on anti-malariar activity, which is associated with high hopes for the use of this plant in the therapy of malaria.
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this link is useful
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Artemisia_(genus)
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Interesting response and link dear Dr. Paweł Krzyżek . The antimalarial uses are mentioned forefront. Thank you so much.
Thank you very much dear Dr. Hassan Nima for your helpful link that covers diverse topics about artemisia including nomenclature, cultivation, uses, identified species and classifications.
Artemisia, (genus Artemisia), any of a genus (Artemisia) of aromatic herbs and shrubs in the Asteraceae family. Examples include wormwood, sagebrush, and tarragon. Many species are valued as ornamentals for their attractive silvery gray foliage, which is frequently used in horticultural plantings to create contrast or to smooth the transition between intense colors. The leaves of common wormwood (A. absinthium) have been used in medicines and beverages such as absintheand vermouth. An extract from the Eurasian A. annua is used to treat quinine-resistant malaria
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Thank you very much dear Dr. K. Karthik , Dr.Mushtaq Ahmad and Dr. Dibakar Pal for your wonderful explanation and interesting links.
Artemisia, (genus Artemisia), any of a genus (Artemisia) of aromatic herbs and shrubs in the Asteraceae family. Examples include wormwood, sagebrush, and tarragon. Many species are valued as ornamentals for their attractive silvery gray foliage, which is frequently used in horticultural plantings to create contrast or to smooth the transition between intense colors. The leaves of common wormwood (A. absinthium) have been used in medicines and beverages such as absinthe and vermouth.
Thank you very much dear Dr. Issam Al-Ani for sharing us about the brief explanation about the different artemisia and mentioning their potential uses.
Artemisia is used as medicine for cough, stomach and common cold,diabetes and It is also used for parasitic infections such as roundworms.
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Artemisia annua was used against Malria in China. Now. Artimisinin, the reserve drug for treatment resistant Falciparum Malaria is extracted from it.
A noble prize was awarded for this discovery!
In india, Artemisia nilagirica is available. It is called as" Nagdona" in my area. It is used to control nasal bleeding. I have tested it for direct antimicrobial activity on three bacteria. But it failed to show any desired effect.
Thank you very much dear Dr. Shibabrata Pattanayak for your detail explanation.
It is one of the types of aromatic herbal plants belonging to the stellar population, and is widely used in many fields, especially the medical field, thanks to its natural structure, which treats a large number of diseases.
It is a highly safe herb, but like all plants it is preferred to use it only under medical supervision.
Dear dr. Beemnet Mengesha Kassahun it is an interesting question and the link below may be useful https://www.scidev.net/global/medicine/feature/traditional-medicine-modern-times-facts-figures.html
Medicinal plant for many illnesses such as malaria, important in the brewery industry, culinary industry etc
Artemisia herba-alba is a short shrub usually found in Northern Africa and the Middle East. The parts that grow above the ground are used as medicine.
People take Artemisia herba-alba for cough, stomach and intestinal upset, the common cold, measles, diabetes, yellowed skin (jaundice), anxiety, irregular heartbeat, and muscle weakness. It is also used for parasitic infections such as roundworms, pinworms, tapeworms, hookworms, and flukes.
How does it work?
Some chemicals contained in Artemisia herba-alba seem to kill parasites and bacteria. Some other chemicals might lower blood sugar levels.
Dear Dr. Beemnet Mengesha Kassahun ,
I think this link below will help you
https://www.mmv.org/sites/default/files/uploads/docs/publications/Malaria_Book_3.pdf
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Artemisia is a large genus of plant with between 200 and 400 species belonging to family Asteraceae. Artemisia comprises hardy herbaceous plants which are well known for the powerful chemical constituents in their essential oils. Some notable species of the plant include Artemisia vulgaris, Artemisia annua, Artemisia absinthium, Artemisia tridentata and Artemisia abrotanum. Of these, Artemisia annua commonly known as sweet sagewort is the most important species. Artemisinin obtained from Artemisia annua is used in the treatment of cerebral malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum. Cerebral malaria is the most fatal form of malaria.
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Please also have a look at these useful ResearchGate links
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Thank you very much dear Dr. Arvind Singh for your usual helpful comments and interesting links.
Dear Dr. Beemnet Mengesha Kassahun
Artemisia absinthium commonly known as wormwood is another medicinally important species of Artemisia. It is perennial herb native to temperate regions of Eurasia and Northern Africa. Please follow the below given links for its medicinal uses.
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Artemisia vulgaris is one of the several species of genus Artemisia commonly known as "mugwort". It is a tall perennial herb native to temperate Europe, Asia , Northern Africa and Alaska. Artemisia vulgaris is well known aromatic plant with a characteristic scent, and possesses medicinal properties. It also has insect repellent properties. Please follow the below given ResearcGate links for detail information on the plant and its various uses.
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Artemisia nilagirica commonly known as 'Indian wormwood' is the Indian species of Artemisia found throughout the hilly regions of India, ascending to an altitude of 3, 600 m in Western Himalayas and between an altitude range of 1500 - 2400 m in Sikkim and Khasi hills. It is also found in Mount Abu in Rajasthan, and in the Western Ghats from Konkan southwards to Kerala. Artemisia nilagirica is also an medicinally important species. Please follow the below given link for details.
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Dear Dr. Beemnet,
Please have a look at these PDF attachments on medicinal attributes/uses of genus Artemisia.
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Artemisia arborescens commonly known as the "tree wormwood" is one of the numerous species of genus Artemisia native to Mediterranean region of the world. It is a perennial plant with green-silvery leaves and yellow flowers appearing throughout the late spring until summer depending on the environmental conditions. The species has a large number of uses in ethno-medicine as antipyretic, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory and abortifacient, and as active anti-microbial agent against Listeria monocytogenes.
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Artemisia many benefits because they contain a large number of active substances and compounds, and these benefits : 1- The plant is used without roots to solve stomach problems including colic, diarrhea, constipation, gastrointestinal cramps, poor digestion, abdominal worm problems, And persistent vomiting. Also used to stimulate the secretion of gastric juices, yellow matter . 2- Help to treat back pain, bone, joints, and rheumatic inflammation. 3- Activates liver function and functions . 4- Useful in the treatment of hysteria, epilepsy, convulsions in children 5- It is an aperitif and promotes blood circulation . 6- It is used in the treatment of malaria. It contains a natural artemisinin-containing source, which has been shown to have anti-malarial properties, as a low-toxic . 7- May be useful in the treatment of some cases of cancer; because of the containment of Artemisinin compound also that fights cancer cells in the human body. 8- It is used in the manufacture of the drug Santonin, which expels the worms of the abdomen, especially Ascaris worm, may be used drenched wormwood enema .
Thank you very much dear Dr. Djaafar Zemali for your comprehensive response about the diverse uses of artemisia.
Take into account when using the plant Artemisia not over taking it; because it contains a substance which Santonin have toxic effects in the event of increased use, so it must be adhered to dose specific to each problem satisfactorily so consult your doctor or specialist.
In addition, there are reports in the literature on the biological activity of saturated hydrocarbons isolated from essential oils from whey. According to preliminary experimental data, they have a bactericidal effect. Unsaturated sulfuric keprillin has innate properties and is effective in diseases caused by pathogenic fungi. Japanese researchers point out that capelin, which is isolated from the Artemisia , is an active antibiotic
Artemisia contains a substance tar; and this article is used to prevent hair loss; through soak little wormwood leaves in water for a day, then wash the hair with water soaked leaves about an hour and then rinse with soap and water ..
Common Names of Artemisia
Worm Wood, Ching Hao, Qing Hao, Absinthium, Sweet Wormwood and Annual Wormwood
Traditional Chinese Medicinal (TCM) Uses*
Antibacterial; Antiperiodic; Antiseptic; Carminative; Digestive; Febrifuge. Qing Ho, better known in the West as sweet wormwood, is a traditional Chinese herbal medicine. An aromatic anti-bacterial plant, recent research has shown that it destroys malarial parasites, lowers fevers and checks bleeding. Artemisia is often used in the Tropics as an affordable and effective anti-malarial. The leaves are antiperiodic, antiseptic, digestive, febrifuge[176, 178]. An infusion of Artemisia leaves is used internally to treat fevers, colds and diarrhea.*
Externally, Artemisia leaves are poulticed onto nose bleeds, boils and abscesses. The leaves are harvested in the summer, before the plant comes into flower, and are dried for later use. The plant contains artemisinin, this substance has proved to be a dramatically effective anti-malarial against multi-drug resistant Plasmodium. Clinical trials have shown it to be 90% effective and more successful than standard drugs. In a trial of 2000 patients, all were cured of the disease. The seeds are used in the treatment of flatulence, indigestion and night sweats.*
An herb commonly known as wormwood or mugwort. Different species have been used in Western and Chinese medicinal formulas to treat various ailments. Terpenoids and flavonoids derived from Artemisia annua have cytotoxic activities in several human tumor cell lines. Two of the components, artemisinin and artesunate, have been studied as anticancer treatment. The plant is traditionally used for reducing fevers, inflammation, headache, bleeding and for treating malaria and has been shown to have antibacterial properties. Systematic reviews on Artemisinin show that it is as effective as quinine in treating both uncomplicated and severe malaria. However, increased risk of relapse may limit its uses. It is unclear whether artemisia is effective against strains of malaria that are resistant to quinine. Patients with gastrointestinal disorders or those taking antacids should not take artemisia because it increases the production of stomach acid.*
Purported uses: Cancer treatment, Fever, Headaches, Infections, Inflammation, Malaria*
Diagram showing the different biofarming alternatives used instead of AN chemical synthesis ( Pulice et al, 2016)
The benefits of Artemisia: Treat skin diseases, sores, wounds and nail infections by using powder from it. It works to activate and stimulate the immune system in the body.
Thank you very much dear Dr. Djaafar Zemali, yes you are definitely right. Artemisia has these medicinal potentials.
17 Health Benefits of Artemisia Annua
Source: https://drhealthbenefits.com/herbal/herbal-plant/health-benefits-of-artemisia-annua
Artemisia Annua is a tropical plant that comes from Latin America and Central America. Nowadays, it becomes popular and can be easily found in Asia and Europe. Many people include it to must-eaten vegetable. It has a nice smell, but the taste is quite bitter, so some people cook it with other ingredients or eat it directly after finishing their meals or using it directly for the body. Here are presented the health benefits of Artemisia Annua.
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Nutrients of Artemisia Annua
Artemisia Annua has many nutrients that are good for the body, such as :
- Quercetin
- Coniferyl Alcohol
- Flavonoid
- Terpenoid
- Hydroxyeugenol
- Tocopherol
- Saponin
- Polyphenol
- Mineral
- Calcium
- Magnesium
From these nutrients, we know that Artemisia Annua is good for our body. Here is listed its health benefits.
In Artemisia Annua contain saponin compounds, terpenoids, flavonoids and antioxidants that can fight various types of cancer, such as breast cancer, gastric cancer, and liver cancer. Artemisia Annua has a high anticancer activity because of its interaction with the iron complex in the blood.
In fact, this plant has been used as a treatment in China and is capable of killing 98 percent of breast cancer cells in less than a day. To treat cancer can be done by consuming stew of leaves Artemisia Annua as often as possible, but in addition to consuming this, must also be balanced with drinking enough water so that substances can be carried properly by the blood.
2.Cure Mumps Disease
Polyphenols compounds contained in Artemisia Annua can cure mumps disease. Mumps is a swelling that occurs in the neck area. It will be dangerous and disturb the digestion or breathing that happen in the throat if we let it happen.
How to use it?
Mash the leaves until they are smooth. Then, add vinegar with 1:1 ratio. Finally, use it to the part that is affected 3 times a day.
3.As an Ulcer Treatment
Irregular eating patterns can be one cause of ulcer disease. Another cause is too high acid content in the stomach. By consuming the leaves of Artemisia Annua, it will neutralize the stomach acid and also will treat the wound that is in the wall of the stomach.
Artemisia Annua has content of tocopherols, polyphenols, and hydroxyeugenols that are useful for neutralizing stomach acid. This substance can also strengthen the gastric sphincter muscles, which work to receive a variety of food intake without harm to one’s stomach.
4.Prevent Hemodialysis
Blood is very important for the body because all of human organs’ activities need the blood to help them work well. However, there are some substances that may be dangerous enter the blood. Fortunately, Artemisia Annua contains vitamin E, antioxidant, and flavonoid that can kill poisons or toxins in the blood.
5.For Healthy Bones
Artemisia Annua contains many substances that are good for bone health. Mineral content, calcium, and magnesium in the Artemisia Annua are able to strengthen bone and certainly very good for bone growth, especially in childhood. In addition, it also plays a major role in the process of bone formation, the process of bone cell regeneration, and fill the lack of bone structure due to age factor.
6.Increase Appetite
Artemisia Annua is good for children that want to grow and don’t eat too much because it contains quercetin compounds that can increase appetite. It is good for patients that are after surgery to increase their stamina.
We can use Artemisia Annua for complementary food that is eaten after finishing the main dish. We can cook it with other ingredients to make the food tastier and smell good too.
7.Make a Fragrant Breath
The best anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial aspects of the Artemisia Annua are found in the coniferyl alcohol and quercetin. Both play a good role to help improve the balance of bacteria in the mouth and help normalize the acidity of the mouth. This condition will help reduce the risk of thrush formation in the mouth, gum bleeding complaints, and help also overcome the problem of bad breath.
Besides that, Artemisia Annua have the ability as anti-bacterial, because it has coniferyl alcohol content in it. This compound is proven to cleanse the tongue and saliva from germs that cause bad breath.
8.Prevent Breast Swelling and Accelerate Breastfeeding
Woman’s breast can be harmed because it is often used to feed the milk to baby or woman is still in menstruation period. Artemisa Annua contains terpenoid compounds and anti-inflammatory that can relieve the swelling that occurs on the breast, so it can accelerate the breastfeeding for baby.
How to use it?
Collect the leaves and burn it with a small fire. When it is still warm, scrub it around the breast and do these step 3 times a day.
9.Strengthen a Weak Heart
Artemisia Annua contains substances antioxidants and flavonoids that play a role to repair damaged cells. If in the heart area, these flavonoid compounds will be useful to smooth the flow of blood by strengthening the heart muscle and blood vessels to drain the blood. Thus, it will strengthen the heart muscles and heart will also be healthier.
The content of saponins and quercetin in the Artemisia Annua help maintain heartbeat stability and heart pump power. Other anti-oxidants will help maintain the regeneration of heart cells, maintain cardiac fitness and help lift cholesterol deposits, toxins, and residues in blood vessels that will interfere with blood circulation and cardiovascular function.
10. Improve the Immune System
Artemisia Annua contains many vitamins A and E which are very good for body immunity. Coupled with the presence of protein content in it that can help the formation of phagocytes, which serves to boost the immune system. In addition, the vitamin C content in it is also proven to help increase the body’s metabolism to its peak condition.
So, with the amount of content that is in the Artemisia Annua, then the need for nutrients our bodies will be more fulfilled. And indirectly will build the immune system in the body. So our body becomes not easily attacked by disease.
11.Anti-Malaria
Artemisinin is an extract substance from the plant Artemisia Annua which used as a drug for malaria disease. The content of these substances is more effective to treat malaria disease rather than substances produced by quinine plants. Therefore, the plant could replace the quinine plant as a malarial medicine, because quinine plants are too resistant to malaria.
12.For Youthful Skin
The more aging of the skin or the occurrence of premature aging of the skin is not only caused by the age factor. It can be caused by lifestyle or never do the treatment on the skin, so the skin itself is not given enough nutrition.
Artemisia Annua has several vitamins and substances that are useful for healthy skin and look younger. The content of vitamins C and E has benefits for facial beauty and smoothness and skin. In addition, the flavonoid content clearly plays a role in helping cleanse the blood vessels and help smooth blood circulation to the skin and better meet the needs of oxygen and skin nutrition.
More Artemisia Annua Uses
Here are more health benefits of Artemisia Annua that we can get from using it.
13. Make Eyes Healthy
14.Increase Stamina
15. Easier to Defecate
16.Restore Damaged Body Cells
17.Anti-free radicals
Cautions of Artemisia Annua
From the above, we can conclude that Artemisia Annua has many health benefits for our body. However, there are some cautions before using it below.
The Hygiene of Artemisia Annua
We need to care the hygiene of Artemisia Annua because it is harvested directly from trees that have many bacteria or virus. So, we need to wash it carefully and ensure that it is already clean and can be used or eaten directly.
Allergy of Artemisia Annua
There are some people who can get the allergy from using Artemisia Annua that can lead to other problems such as itchy, sneeze, hard to breathe, etc. So for people who get those problems, it is not recommended to use it for medical or health purposes.
The Right Dosage
Until now, people use Artemisia Annua for herbal medicine or consume it without knowing the right dosage. We should consult it to the doctor to ensure it because it can affect us in the future.
Those are all of the health benefits of Artemisia Annua that we can get from using or consuming it. However, we need to pay attention to the cautions to get the best benefits from it. Good luck and stay healthy.
Among the damage to The Artemisia is abortion of the fetus in the case of pregnant women, especially in the first trimester of pregnancy
Artemisia cina commonly known as ''Levant Wormseed" is an Asian species of large genus Artemisia. It is a perennial plant native to China, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. This species prefers a saline sandy soil and is drought tolerant. Artemisia cina is a source of anthelmintic drug "santonin".
Artemisia cina is one of the safest and most reliable vermifuge used especially in children. The expanded floral heads and seeds contain the vermicide santonin. This is an effective and rapid treatment of round worms, it is also effective in thread worms, however, it does not affect tape worms.
http://www.herbalpedia.com/LEVANT%20WORMSEED.pdf
Artemisia capillaris commonly known as "Fragrant Wormwood" is a species in genus Artemisia. It is native to China, Korea, Japan and Philippines. Artemisia capillaris is a much branched perennial plant that can grow up to 100 cm tall with stems that become more or less woody near the base. This species prefer a sunny situation on dry to moderately moist soil.
Artemisia capillaris has been used in Chinese herbal medicine for over 2, 000 years. It is a bitter, aromatic, diuretic herb that acts as a tonic for the liver and gall bladder and lowers fever. It is used internally for feverish illness, jaundice, hepatitis and gall bladder complaints.
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Aromatic herb Artemisia:
It is a perennial plant with aromatic leaves. It is a perennial plant that lasts for several years. The plant grows between one and a half meters long, with a wooden leg that tends to red, and leaves and berry that grow yellowish cluster flowers that bloom in July but have roots that have an unpleasant, pungent smell
There is no doubt that cancer is one of the most deadly and deadly diseases, prompting scientists to conduct many studies and research to find a radical treatment for the artemisia plant used in Chinese medicine and proven to eliminate 98% of cancer cells in the lungs within 16 hours.
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