Bioecological characteristics of the family Lamiaceae

The study of medicinal plants dates back to ancient times, and many scientists are still conducting research, as a result, fruits, flowers and other parts of medicinal plants are widely used in folk medicine and modern medicine. The Mint family (Lamiaceae) is a small class of the Mint family, one of the largest in the world, belonging to the Mint family. Its representatives are mainly found in countries with hot and temperate climates. This family includes about 200 genera and 3000 species. In Central Asia, there are 360 species of 53 genera, 238 species of 39 genera in Uzbekistan and 59 species of 26 genera in the Fergana Valley. The mint family is one of the most widespread families in the flora of Uzbekistan and differs from other families in the richness of useful species, including the mint family, which is rich in essential oils.