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Amid the coronavirus outbreak, news of a tree from the African island nation of Madagascar was reported in April this year. Drinks made with a local plant are used in the country to prevent coronavirus. The President of Madagascar, Andr রাজ Razoelina, preached the word ‘artemisia’ himself. The extract of that plant called Artemisia is known to be effective against malaria. But the World Health Organization says there is no evidence that the tree can cope with Kovid-19. However, scientists have begun to experiment with the tree. Some have already found ingredients that are effective against the crown.
Where did this artemisia come from?
The original origin of Artemisia is Asia. But it happens in many other countries, where the climate is hot and there is a lot of sun. Mugwort has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for over 2000 years.
Medications made from Artemisia are commonly used there to treat malaria or fever and as pain relievers. In Chinese medicine it is called Qinghao. In English it is called Sweet Wormwood or Annual Wormwood. It is also used as an alternative medicine or to make some alcohol.
Does Artemisia work against Covid-19?
In April this year, Madagascar’s President Rajoelina said that a survey had been conducted on a drink called Covid-Organics, made from Artemisia, and found to be effective in treating the disease. In November she reiterated the same demand. However, no evidence has come to light as to what exactly the drink is made of. But the government says 80 percent comes from sagebrush trees. Its capsules and injections have also been developed in Madagascar and clinical trials have begun.
German and Danish scientists are now examining the extract from the Artemisia anua tree. Laboratory tests, they say, have shown some effectiveness against the new coronavirus. Studies have shown that this extract, when used with pure ethanol or distilled water, acts as an anti-viral. However, his research has not been independently verified by other scientists. These researchers are now working with the University of Kentucky in the United States, and at some point it will be tested on the human body. China is also examining traditional medicines made from the Artemisia annuus plant on its own initiative.
There are multiple species of Artemisia plants. South Africa is also testing in laboratories whether two species, Artemisia annua and Artemisia afra, work against Covid-19. However, no results have yet been obtained.
What does the World Health Organization say?
The World Health Organization says it has not yet received detailed information about the Madagascar test. Jean-Baptiste Nikiema, the agency’s African region official, told the BBC that after seeing the results of the first trials, they could participate in the next round of trials. So far, however, the WHO says there is no evidence that any product made with Artemisia works against Covid-19. They also say that all the plants in which the drug is made should be tested for efficacy and harmful side effects.
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