A comprehensive overview of this genus, Artemisia examines all aspects of the herbs uses and applications, its mode of action and clinical importance. Following a comprehensive introduction to the genus, the book discusses the botanical, phytochemical and biological aspects of a number of important species of Artemisis. Considering that the discovery of artemisinin, a highly active antimalarial agent from the Chinese herb A. annua is of considerable importance, this volume devotes several chapters to the traditional uses,
cultivation and phytochemistry of this species and to the development of artemisinin-derived antimalarial agents, their
mode of action and clinical use.
By:
Colin W. Wright Imprint: CRC Press Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 246mm,
Width: 174mm,
Spine: 21mm
Weight: 820g ISBN:9780415272124 ISBN 10: 0415272122 Series:Medicinal and Aromatic Plants - Industrial Profiles Pages: 358 Publication Date:18 October 2001 Audience:
College/higher education
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General/trade
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Professional & Vocational
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Primary
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ELT Advanced
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active