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PJB-2025-102

Anatomical features of the vegetative organs of Artemisia L. (Asteraceae) species dominating in the Altyn-Emel state national natural park (Kazakhstan)

 

Dinara Mirzaliyeva, Meruyert Kurmanbayeva, Ahmet Aksoy and Almagul Aldibekova
Abstract

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The genus Artemisia comprises around 500 plant species widely distributed across Asia, Europe, and North America and known for their medicinal and aromatic properties. The highest species diversity is observed in Asia with the following breakdown across countries - around 150 species in China, 170 in Russia, around 50 in Japan, 35 in Iran, and 81 in Kazakhstan. Notably, 19 species have been identified within the territory of the Altyn-Emel State National Natural Park in Kazakhstan, indicating a high plant species richness of the region. According to recent observations, previous species descriptions have been supplemented with new data. Representatives of the genus Artemisia have a wide range of biologically active substances, making them a subject of considerable scientific interest. The present study provides an anatomical analysis and comparative assessment of the vegetative organs of three dominant species - Artemisia serotina, Artemisia heptapotamica, and Artemisia terra-albae - collected from the Altyn-Emel State National Natural Park. In the study sites, the soils were light chestnut  formed under sagebrush-grass vegetation. These soils are shallow, stony, and characterized by a well-developed turf layer. The humus horizon reaches a depth of 25–35 cm, with a humus content ranging from 2.5% to 3.2%. Carbonates (CaCO₃) are present from the surface layer (2–3%)) downwards, reaching 14–15% in the lower horizons. For anatomical studies, cross-sections of the vegetative organs (root, stem, and leaf) were prepared using the paraffin embedding method. Sectioning was performed with a microtome, followed by double staining with safranin and fast green. The findings of the study emphasize the ecological importance and resilience of Artemisia species, highlighting the need for continuous conservation efforts. The data provide critical insights for biodiversity management and the sustainable development of natural resources of Kazakhstan

To Cite this article: Mirzaliyeva, D., M. Kurmanbayeva, A. Aksoy and A. Aldibekova. 2026. Anatomical features of the vegetative organs of Artemisia L. (Asteraceae) species dominating in the Altyn-Emel state national natural park (Kazakhstan). Pak. J. Bot., 58(4): DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.30848/PJB2026-4(5)  
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