Effects of zinc manganese and boron on artemisinin and yields of Artemisia annua / 中国中药杂志

ABSTRACT

<p><b>OBJECTIVE</b>To explore the effects of micro-elements fertilizers on the quality and yields of Artemisia annua.</p><p><b>METHOD</b>Field experiments were conducted according to the method of random blocks design. After the harvest the yield was calculated and the content of artemisinin was determined.</p><p><b>RESULT</b>By applying 0.1%-0.5% Mn and 0.1%-0.5% Zn the dried leaf output and artemisinin content were increased.</p><p><b>CONCLUSION</b>The suitable ranges of Mn and Zn can increased the yield and artemisinin content of A. annua.</p>