THE ORIGIN, MORPHOLOGICAL VARIABILITY, AND CONSERVATION PROSPECTS OF PAEONIA HYBRIDA (FAMILY: PAEONIACEAE) IN NAMANGAN REGION, UZBEKISTAN

Аннотация

Annotation: Paeonia hybrida, a member of the Paeoniaceae family, is a relict and endangered herbaceous plant found sporadically in the foothills of the Namangan region of Uzbekistan. The species exhibits notable morphological variation, which reflects both its evolutionary history and adaptation to changing environmental conditions. This study investigates the taxonomic origin, morphological diversity, and current threats to P. hybrida populations in Namangan, providing insight into strategies for its preservation. Field surveys, morphometric analyses, and historical botanical data were utilized to assess the species’ status and guide conservation efforts.