Farida Safarova, Vusala Ismayilova, Afruz Nasirova

Nakhchivan State University, Azerbaijan

Western Caspian University, Azerbaijan

 

Abstract: This article delves into the unique and abundant vegetation in the Nakhchivan region, which is a part of ancient Azerbaijan. The region's climate is markedly continental, characterized by ample solar radiation and moisture abundance, alongside low plant humidity containing biologically active substances. These factors have had a positive impact on the quantity of such substances in the plants. Notably, the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic stands out from other regions of Azerbaijan in terms of the percentage of chemical compounds within the diverse composition of its flora. Plants that possess these unique properties have extensive applications in the field of medicine. However, it's important to acknowledge that in some instances, plants with chemical compounds can be toxic to both humans and animals that consume them, occasionally resulting in fatal consequences. During the course of the research, it was observed that species from the Apiaceae Lindl. family were not present in the Nakhichevan region. Furthermore, 12 species belonging to 9 chapters of the urban associations were identified. These chemical compounds have applications in the field of medicine.

Keywords: Apiaceae Lindl., Astrantia., poisonous plants, alkaloids, glycosides