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Systematic review of the genus Hypericum L. in flora of Azerbaijan
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Among the widespread plant species in Azerbaijan, the genus Hypericum L. which dates back to the Cenozoic era and belongs to the family Hypericaceae takes special place. 80% of the total number of species belonging to the Hypericaceae family are concentrated in the genus Hypericum , which is distinguished by its many-sided areas of application, especially in the pharmaceutical, decorative and dye industries. This genus is considered one of the largest genera of flowering plants in terms of species diversity (22%). Although research on the systematics of the genus Hypericum has been conducted by many scientists around the world, the general characteristics and taxonomic composition of the species distributed in the flora of Azerbaijan have not been studied for the last 50 years. As a result of our research, it was determined that there are not 15 species, but 19 species, 1 subspecies and 1 variety belonging to the genus in the flora. The characteristics, descriptions and synonyms of sections, species, subspecies were given.
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In the given article, the flora of Ganja city and its surrounding areas was studied, the plants were systematically, biomorphologically, geographically, ecologically, and endemically analyzed. The article also analyzed rare and endangered plants on scientific basis. In the researched region, 68 families, 244 genera, and 441 species of plants were identified. It is reported that the basis of the flora composition of the territories is angiosperms, the leading families of which are Poaceae with 38 genera (15.6%), 63 species (14.3%), Fabaceae 23 genera (9.4%), 48 species (10.9%); Asteraceae is represented by 15 genera (6.6%), 35 species (7.9%). It was determined that the composition of the flora of the study area is dominated by perennial grasses with 194 species (44%).
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The article presents data on the systematical structure, ecological groups, and areal classes of Rosa L. genus spread in the flora of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic. As a result of researches in the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, the concept of 30 species of Rosa L genus was developed and spreading of these species by vertical heights, as well as geographic range classes based on regional and zonal principles, were determined.
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Taxonomic analysis of the Cirsium mill. genus in flora of Azerbaijan
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The main goal was a systematic analysis of the Cirsium Mill. genus (Asteraceae) in flora of Azerbaijan. Floristic-systematic, comparatively morphological, ecological and other methods were used. In addition, materials stored in the Herbarium Fund of the Botanical Institute of Ministry of Science and Education, Republic of Azerbaijan were studied related to this genus. As a result of the research, it was established that 31 species of the genus Cirsium Mill. are widespread in the flora of Azerbaijan.
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Taxonomic composition and life forms of the family Asteraceae spreading in Daridagh massif area
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The article provides information on the taxonomic composition and life forms of the Family Asteraceae Dumort, which is widespread in the Daridagh Massif area. During our research, 43 species belonging to 23 Genera of the Family Asteraceae Dumort spreaded in the Daridagh Massif area. Also, a comparative analysis of the number of species belonging to the Family and their life forms were studied. According to the analysis of the number of species of the Genera Helichrysum Mill. - 2 (4.65%), Taraxacum Wigg. - 2 (4.65℅), Centaurea L. - 3 (6.97%), Carduus L. - 3 (6.97%), Achillea L. - 3 (6.97%), Scorzonera L. - 6 (13.95%) and Tragopogon L. - 8 (18.6%) species are the main predominant species in the Daridagh Massif area and are represented by 27 (62.79%) species. The remaining Genera are monotype and consist of 16 (37.20%) species.
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Taxonomic synopsis of salsola genus (Mil Plain, Azerbaijan)
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In article the results of analysis conducted on bioecological features of Salsola species which are distributed in desert phytocoenosis of Mil plain of Kur-Aras lowland were given. Materials for research were plant herbaria which collected from researched area, as well as herbarium funds of Baku State University and Institute of Botany Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences. Morphological study of the flower parts of Salsola species was conducted with Carl Zeiss Stereo Discovery V4 stereomicroscope. It was determined that in researched area 10 species ( Salsola australis R. Br., S. tragus L., S. paulsenii Litv., S. soda L., S. nitraria Pall., S. incanescens C. A. Mey., S. dendroides Pall., S. ericoides Bieb., S. nodulosa (Moq.) Iljin, S. foliosa (L.) Schrad.) of Salsola genus are distributed. Their morphology, ecology, systematical position, as well as economic significance were analyzed. It was also found that an anthropogenic impact in this area leads to desertification of landscapes.
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The Classification of Desert and Semi-desert Vegetation of the Caspian Coast (Azerbaijan)
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The article outlines the fractional classification of the semi-desert, desert vegetation covers of the studied territory of the coastal strip of the Caspian Sea of Azerbaijan. We studied the phytoceonological indicators of communities related to forests, shrubs, semi-desert, desert, vegetation. 3 types, 12 formation classes, 69 formation groups and 92 associations are distinguished.
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The current state of flora and phytocoenosis along the Kura river in Mingachevir city (Azerbaijan)
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During the geographical analysis of the flora in the area surrounding the city of Mingachevir, situated on the banks of the Kura River in Azerbaijan, a total of 158 species of angiosperms were recorded. These were found to be represented in 28 families and 79 genera. As a result of the analysis, a flora conspectus was prepared. During the conducted research, six types of vegetation were identified along the Kura River in Mingachevir city. These vegetation types include bozghir (dry steppe), semi-desert, halophyte desert, thicket-grass, wetland, and forest. The researchers found that these vegetation types are represented by eight formation classes, nine formation groups, and ten associations. The research included the species composition of the identified formations and carried out geobotanical descriptions. We also evaluated the economic importance of phytocoenosis by determining the main fodder plants and the modern state of the terrestrial flora and phytocoenosis.
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The first record of Dysdera armenica Charitonov, 1956 (Araneae: Dysderidae) in Azerbaijan
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Dysdera armenica Charitonov, 1956 previously known from Armenia and Georgia, is newly recorded for the spider fauna of Azerbaijan. A redescription of the male along with photographs of its palp are provided.
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The morphology study of Rosmarinus L. seedlings
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In recent years, the interest in natural herbal medicines and essential oils obtained from them has increased significantly in medicine industry worldwide. Essential oils and products made from them are widely used in various fields of modern medicine, especially in aromatherapy, in traditional treatment methods. Therefore, the study of the composition of biologically active substances in essential plants is of special importance. From this point of view, the introduction of new types of medicinal plants, the study of their bioecological properties, and especially the expansion of research conducted for use in scientific medical practice regarding the pharmacological activity of essential oils obtained from them is very relevant. Among the mentioned prospective research objects, rosemary (Rosmarinus L.) species widely used in medicine and folk medicine in different regions of the world occupy a special place. Despite the great interest in this plant and the obtained essential oil in Azerbaijan, its biological properties, extraction and composition of the essential oil have not been thoroughly studied. Therefore, the introduction of new useful species belonging to the genus Rosmarinus L., the study of their bioecological characteristics, cultivation agrotechnics and biologically active substances on scientific grounds is in the spotlight with its relevance.
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The moss flora of Korchay state nature reserve
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The article discusses the floristic, ecological and cenotic features and the distribution of mosses in the territory of the Korchai State Nature Reserve. Among the mosses of the reserve, there are also species with a limited range. Those species are typical for silicate rocks and stony rocks. Another characteristic feature of the relief of the reserve is the presence of traces of ancient glaciation. Another characteristic feature of the relief is the absence of watersheds similar to a smoothed plateau. As a result of the research, it was found that the flora of the research area contains elements and relics from the last stages of the ancient Cretaceous period (3rd period). Relict species are pages of geologic history that reveal patterns of flora distribution.
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The new taxa of ferns in the northeast section of the Lesser Caucasus
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During the expeditions in the north-eastern part of the Lesser Caucasus in 2014-2016 and based on the results analysis of the collected herbarium and descriptor information three species ( Polypodium interjectum Shivas, Polystichum ×illyricum (Borbás) Hahne, Cystopteris anthriscifolia Fomin), one botanical variety ( Polystichum aculeatum var. aristatum (Christ) A. Askerov) and one new ecotype ( Adiantum capillus-veneris L., “Dwarf plant - Ganja”) has been identified. The article provides information on the three-dimensional spatial areas of the sites where these plants are found, the taxonomy, morpho-biological variability and taxonomy types.
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Biostratigraphic characteristics of the Pontian deposits of Gobustan are given based on the materials of the Sundu cavern. The systematic composition and characteristic complexes of ostracods for the lower, middle, and upper sub-tiers are revealed. Biostratigraphic dissection of the section was performed. It is established that sediments of the Pontian regiostage take part in the geological structure of the anticlinal structure of the Sundu. A scheme of dismemberment of the Pontian sediments of Sundu cavern has been developed, which can be applied during further geological exploration in other areas of the SE of Gobustan. The obtained results can also be used for biostratigraphic study of deep-submerged Miocene deposits of the western side of the Southern Caspian.
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The role of domestic carnivores in the formation of parasitic foci in the territory of Azerbaijan
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Domestic carnivores play an important role in the transfer of pathogenic helminths from natural foci to synanthropic ones and in the formation of strong parasitic foci for humans and domestic animals. The extensiveness and powerful natural and synanthropic and mixed foci of some main helminth infectors of domestic carnivores have been specified. Upon studying the role of carnivores in the creation and improvement of foci firstly in Azerbaijan. For the first time, it was found out that domestic carnivores are the new host for 14 types of helminths infected with wild animals have also influence on mixed foci. 2 species ( Gongylonema pulchrum , Mesocestoides corti ) of 14 species of helminths assume epidemiological significance; while 5 species ( Taenia cervi , T. krabbei , Tetratirotaenia polyacantha , Trichocephalus vulpis , Strongyloides vulpis ) assume epizootic significance. It was found out that intermediary hosts, ecological and anthropogenous along with carnivorous animals have also an influence on the creation and spread of parasitic foci. Therefore, studying the factors that lead to the creation of parasitic foci is of practical importance.
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In this article the structure of species including in Valerianella Genus was studied with geobotanical methods, their role in phytocenosis, their formations, and associations were determined in the vegetation cover in Soyugdagh and Khorhat mountainous areas of Ordubad region. It has been determined that although the species of the Valerianella Genus are small numbers in phytocenosis and associations, they have great importance in improving the fodder quality of the vegetation. This plays an important role in the enrichment of food ration of Bezoar Goat and other herbivorous animals that inhabit the area of Zangezur National Park.
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The use of medicinal plants by the Kyrgyz of the southwestern part of the Fergana valley
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This article notes that the use of flora as medicine by Kyrgyz people in the South-Western region of the Fergana valley has its own characteristics, despite their influence as a result of the relationship of Kyrgyz people with other peoples. It is also proved by scientists that the traditional folk treatment of the Kyrgyz belongs to the ancient period. The author provided the collected field materials that the South-Western Kyrgyz of the Ferghana valley knew perfectly well that medicinal plants contain biologically active substances useful for human health and how they well assimilated ways to purify the body from many diseases. Given useful information about what medicinal properties of the flora is in various parts of plants in different sizes, and in some parts is not available and about how to make drugs the South-West of the Kyrgyz Fergana valley.
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Transition of nanoparticles Fе3O4 and Al in a simplified aquatic food chain
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This article presents the results of experiments on the transitions of Fe3O4 nanoparticles (20-30 nm) and Al (18 nm) from one organism to another, making up a simple food chain (plant-mollusk-fish). In experiments, mollusks (Melonopsis praemorsa) feed on the leaves of plant ( Elodea canadensis ) after being contaminated with Al or Fe3O4 nanoparticles. Nanoparticles were detected using TEM analysis in the cells of the mollusk’s organs. Then the fish (Oncorhynchus mykiss) were fed with mollusks. The distribution and localization of nanoparticles in fish organs has been determined. Experimental results showed that nanoparticles can pass from one organism to another in the food chain. Nanoparticles accumulate mainly in the liver of mollusks and fish.
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Use of essential oil Rosmarinus officinalis L. in industry
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The presented article provides information on the botanical description of Rosmarinus officinalis L. species, essential oil extraction, and the use of the obtained essential oil in medicine, cosmetology, aromatherapy, and cooking. The component composition of the oil obtained by hydrodistillation from the young buds and leaves of Rosmarinus officinalis L. cultivated in the experimental field of the Dendrology Institute was studied in Kristal M brand gas chromatography. Based on the results of the analysis, alpha-Pinene, Sabinene, beta-Pinene, Myrcene, Carene-3, alpha-Terpinene, 1,8-Cineole (Eucalyptol), tr-beta-Ocimene, gamma-Terpinene, Terpinolene and other components contained in the essential oil of the species have been detected.
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Use of some microbial enzymes and their compositions against phytopathogenes in agricultural areas
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Enzymatic hydrolysis the lignocellulose substrates (wood sawdust, wheat bran, bard), brought in a nutrient medium are given as a carbon source for cultivation of fungus and actinomycetes, producers of making components of a bio stimulator which is used in agriculture for cultivation of cotton plant. It was established that among examinees of substrat spirit grain the bard in experimentally picked up concentration (10-50%) it appeared a full-fledged substratum for the active growth developments and antibiotic enzymatic making with use to which can be prepared rather cheap and effective preparation is providing for increase in productivity and decrease in incidence of crops in agriculture. At the current time using biological methods of cultivation and protection of environment is the most important link in cultivation of ecologically safe agricultural production. The biological methods of protection of plants is recognized as the most resource-saving reception, allowing to protect plants from diseases, wreckers and to increase their efficiency without expenses of irreplaceable natural resources and without harmful emissions in environment [1-2]. The microorganisms used for production of valuable biological products, promote supply of plants not only elements of mineral food, but also physiologically active agents (enzymes, phytohormons, vitamins, etc.) [3]. Studying of enzymatic activity and efficiency of culture of fungus of Pleurotus ostreatus UZBI-I 105, Aspergillus terreus 9, and actinomycete Streptomyces sp. 166 on cheap the lignocellulose substrat for development of effective biotechnology of a biological product for increase in productivity and protection of crops against wreckers of phytopathogenes was the purpose of the real work.
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Uses Eriobotrya japonica (Thunb.) Lindl. in greening in Azerbaijan
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Information is provided on the structure, reproduction and decorative properties of Eriobotrya japonica (Thunb.) Lindl. In Absheron it is used as an ornamental plant. The plant blooms and bears fruit within 7-8 months; 6-7-year-old trees begin to bear fruit. This is a light-loving plant. Easily propagated by seeds. It is advisable to use the plant as a promising species in landscaping, landscape architecture and horticulture, taking into account the characteristics of its flowering and fruiting. The biological and ecological characteristics of the plant are analyzed.
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