STUDY OF MEDICINAL PLANTS IN THE MOUNTAINOUS REGION OF BOYSUN

Аннотация

This article analyzes the diversity of medicinal plants in Boysun district, one of the mountainous regions of Surkhandarya province, their adaptation to ecological conditions, and their ancient use in traditional medicine. During the research, major medicinal plant species found in the region (such as flax, harmala, castor bean, dandelion, licorice, wormwood, and others) were studied in terms of their biological structure, chemical composition, pharmacological properties, and practical significance. The article provides information about the health benefits of these plants, traditional remedies based on them, and the possibilities of their use in modern medicine. Moreover, traditional and scientific approaches to the collection, drying, storage, and use of medicinal plants are compared, emphasizing the importance of preserving ecological balance and the genetic resources of plants. Due to the unique geographical and climatic conditions of Boysun district, many of the plants found here belong to rare species not found in other regions. Taking into account these features, the article also explores the possibilities of studying medicinal plants on a scientific basis, promoting them widely, and turning them into an economically beneficial direction. Keywords: Boysun district, medicinal plants, traditional medicine, pharmacological properties, ecological balance, biological diversity, mountainous region flora, chemical composition of plants, traditional healing methods, plant gene pool, nature conservation, medical application.