Where did Markham bring cinchona plants for acclimatization?
Canada
Australia
India
South Africa
Answer
Cinchona plants, the source of quinine—a crucial medicine to combat malaria—were first introduced to India by British botanist Clement Markham in 1860. Recognizing Therapeutic significance of quinine, Markham's mission aimed to cultivate cinchona trees in British colonies, ensuring a reliable supply of the valuable antimalarial medication.
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