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Zeitschrift für Phytotherapie 2024; 45(05): 212-220
DOI: 10.1055/a-2381-2949
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Albanien – sozioökonomische Bedeutung und nachhaltige Nutzung von Arznei- und Aromapflanzen (MAPs)

Albania: Socio-economic Importance and Sustainable use of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAPs)
Matthias Lorenz
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Abstract

Due to its geographical location, extensive mountain areas and high rainfall, Albania has an exceptionally high level of biodiversity, including many medicinal plants. These are exported in large quantities, particularly to Europe and the USA, and almost 90% of them come from wild collection. This puts immense pressure on biodiversity, partly because legal regulations are not sufficiently effective and the value chain lacks transparency. Some species are already endangered and on the national "Red List". Some species are increasingly being cultivated. Unfortunately, the resulting products are usually more expensive and often lack the good quality of wild-collected plants. Several international organizations have been providing support for the development of the sector for many years. Medicinal plants are offered on the national market at markets and in supermarkets. There are no reimbursable herbal medicines.



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21 October 2024

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