Some Indicators of the Water Regime in Some Varieties Belonging to the Monarda didyma L. Genus in the Conditions of Tashkent (Uzbekistan)

In this article, the names of 3 varieties of Monarda didyma L., which are considered to be introduced species, some indicators of the water regime in the climatic conditions of Uzbekistan: the amount of water in the leaves, water deficit, water storage capacity were studied in spring and summer, and seasonal changes were determined. According to these indicators of the water regime, the studied varieties belong to the labile water regime, high green mass (centner), seed yield (how many grams), resistance to diseases and pests have been determined, which shows that it is promising for introduction in the conditions of our republic. Therefore, it is recommended to breed these varieties in the foothills and hilly regions of Uzbekistan, where the amount of precipitation is more than 400 - 500 mm.

Seed Germination and Vegetative Propagation of Promising Decorative Lonicera tatarica L. (Caprifoliaceae Juss.), Introduced into the Tashkent Botanical Garden (Uzbekistan)

Seed germination (in laboratory and field conditions) and vegetative reproduction (by cuttings) of a promising decorative species—Lonicera tatarica L. (Caprifoliaceae Juss.) was studied for the first time in the conditions of introduction of the Tashkent Botanical Garden of Uzbekistan. Thus, the optimal temperature for germination of L. tatarica seeds in laboratory conditions is +20°C + 22°C, at which germination was 73%. The germination rate of seeds sown in autumn in the field was 62%, and the germination rate of seeds sown in spring was 71%. It was noted that in greenhouse conditions at an air temperature of 20°C - 22°C and a relative humidity of 49% - 53%, the rootability of cuttings was 75%. It was revealed that the studied species adapted well to the conditions of introduction. Taking into account the effectiveness of vegetative reproduction of L. tatarica, it can be recommended for improving the aesthetic condition and landscaping of cities, landscaping and landscape design.

State of Local Populations of Aegilops triuncalis L. in Uzbekistan

The genus Aegilops L. is considered one of the important representatives of the wild relative of cultivated plants. The article presents the place of Aegilops triuncialis L. in plant communities and the status of populations in the flora of Uzbekistan. The research was carried out in various botanical and geographical regions of Uzbekistan during 2021-2023 years. During the research, the existing literature and geobotanical records, samples stored in the Institute of Botany (TASH) fund, and data on the GBIF international website were analyzed. Based on literary sources, more than 100 local points were recorded. The vitality structure of 11 cenopopulations was studied during field research. Various abiotic and biotic factors influencing the state of populations were analyzed. The main cenopopulations of the species were observed to spread in various grassy shrubland communities.

Ecological Analysis of Species of the Genus Ferula L., Distributed in Navoi Region (Uzbekistan)

Ferula L. is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the family Apiaceae Lindl. (Umbelliferae). Our research was carried out on the territory of Navoi region. The article presents an ecological analysis of the species of the Ferula L. in Navoi region. The species of genus Ferula mostly grows in mountainous regions and some are distributed in arid climates. According to that 15 species of the genus were found in the Navoi region, most of these species are considered to be plants that contain tar as well as have a strong medicinal property. In various parts of the world, different species of Ferula have been used in traditional medicine. In the course of studies, it was found that the species has medicinal, essential-oil, honey-juicy, nutritious, and fodder properties. According to ecological analysis, the genus Ferula grows Rocky, gravelly, fine-grained slopes and ridges of mountains, scree, rocks, outcrops of variegated rocks, rocky slopes, sandy, clay and gravelly deserts, foothill plains, fine-grained slopes. Considered rare, Ferula kyzylkumica Korovin is listed in the Red Book of the Republic of Uzbekistan, while Ferula nuratavica Pimenov is an endemic plant of the Aktau ridge.

Distribution Area and Yield Indicators of Poa bulbosa L. in Uzbekistan

The article is based on field research, existing literature, and samples of herbarium kept in the National Herbarium fund (TASH) Poa bulbosa L. The distribution maps and productivity indicators in the flora of Uzbekistan are presented. As you know, Poa bulbosa L. is considered the wild relative of cultural plants, as a forage plant, it is a plant with high protein value. In the course of research during 2021-2022, in 16 areas, the yield indicators of the species were determined. In the studied research areas, indicators of the total weight of plant bushes (on the account of wet mass) and, respectively, the volume of plant biomass (on the account of dry mass, the upper part of 25%) were determined. According to him, it was determined that the average yield of the plant the wet mass is 14669.8 kg/ha, and the average yield of the plant the dry mass in areas of total 244.0 ha in the total area is 63172.5 kg.

The Influence of Uzbekistan's New Economic Policy on China-Uzbekistan Cooperation

In December 2016,with the change of President Uzbekistan,its policies and systems have undergone tremendous changes.This article will focus on the specific content of FDI system,tax policy and exchange rate policy in Uzbekistan's economic reform.Taking the“Ohangaron Green City”project and the trade volume between Xinjiang and Central Asia as an example,this paper analyzes its positive impact on China-Uzbekistan cooperation and China-Uzbekistan in terms of prospects.

Problems of Sustainable Use and Management of Water and Land Resources in Uzbekistan

In this paper, the problems of rational use, protection and management of water and irrigated land resources of Uzbekistan are discussed. Uzbekistan is using more than 50% water resources of the region and therefore it’s more vulnerable to the problems of water deficiency and pollution caused by mismanagement, use of outdated technologies, and climate change impact. Utilization of water resources on main branches of economy (irrigation, industry and drinking water supply) from 2000-2009 and in some cases beyond this period was analyzed. Based on the data analyzed, the conditions of irrigated land degradation in Uzbekistan are estimated. The results of this analysis suggest several possibilities toward a sustainable use of irrigated lands: i) reduction of the groundwater table depth;ii) decrease of the level of mineralization of groundwater, and iii) improvement of ameliorative conditions of irrigated lands. The causes resulting in degradation of the irrigated lands and practical measures on the reduction of salinization of the irrigated lands are also recommended.

Challenges for the sustainable use of water and land resources under a changing climate and increasing salinization in the Jizzakh irrigation zone of Uzbekistan

Jizzakh Province in Uzbekistan is one of the largest irrigated areas in Central Asia without natural drainage.In combination with aridity,climate change and extensive irrigation practices,this has led to the widespread salinization of agricultural land.The aim of this study was to identify opportunities to improve the reclamation status of the irrigated area and how best to effectively use the water resources in Jizzakh Province based on investigations conducted between 1995 and 2016.A database of field measurements of groundwater levels,mineralization and soil salinity conducted by the provincial Hydro-Geological Reclamation Expeditions was used in the study.The total groundwater mineralization was determined using a portable electric conductometer(Progress 1T)and the chloride concentration was determined using the Mohr method.The soil salinity analyses were conducted by applying two different methods:(1)the extraction and assessment of the soluble salt content,and(2)using an SM-138 conductivity sensor applied to a 1:1 mixture of soil sample and water.The analyses of the monitoring results and the salt balance in the"irrigation water–soil–drainage water"system clearly demonstrated that the condition of the irrigated land in the province was not significantly improved.Under these conditions,the stability of crop yields is achieved mainly through the use of large volumes of fertilizer.However,excess amounts of mineral fertilizers can also cause the salinization of soils.The average groundwater salinization value in most of the irrigated land(75.3%)fluctuated between 1.1 and 5.0 g/L,while the values were less than 1.0 g/L in 13.1%of the land and in the range of 5.1–10.0 g/L in 10.5%of the land.During the period of 1995–2016 the salinization level of the irrigated land in Jizzakh Province increased slightly and the area could be divided into the following classes:no salinity(17.7%of the total area),low salinity(51.3%),moderate salinity(29.0%),and high salinity(2.0%).Detailed studies of the salt balance in irrigated land,the impact of climate change,increased fertilizer use,and repeated remediation leaching on the groundwater level and mineralization should be conducted in the future,due to the possibility of accelerated salinization,fertility decline,and reduced yields of agricultural crops.

The Modern Problems of Sustainable Use and Management of Irrigated Lands on the Example of the Bukhara Region (Uzbekistan)

The Central Asian lowlands are characterized by an arid and continental climate. At the same time, the large streams and rivers have been providing water for the development of flourishing oases and extensive irrigated farming areas. Bukhara is one of those oases. The population of 1.7 mln. and especially the agricultural sector (with an irrigated area of 275,000 ha) use a considerable amount of water. But as the flat topography does not provide sufficient natural drainage, water logging and raising groundwater tables have become serious problems for the agricultural productivity. The combination of the high salinity of the irrigation water and the generous application of fertilizers leads to a widespread soil salinization. Excessive leaching is supposed to reduce the top soil salinity, but as the drainage system is only covering a small portion of the irrigated areas and is in need of maintenance, this process only contributes to the ongoing salinization and the reduction of soil fertility and crop yields. The data presented here for the years 2000 to 2013 indicate that the groundwater table is rising throughout the region while the groundwater salinity is decreasing. The soil salinity on the other hand is, after an improvement during the first half of the study period, slightly increasing since 2009, which also is reflected in the slight worsening of the condition of the reclaimed land during the same period.

Present problems of water management and agrarian reforms in uzbekistan

The agriculture of Uzbekistan always played the important role in economy and in social life of the country. In spite of the fact that new branches of production have been created in the last years, and much higher rates the industry and service sphere were developed, the agriculture remains the one of leading directions and takes the important place in gross national product production. Its role is connected also with that it is the supplier of raw materials for quickly developing and demanded branches of light and food industry, and by that the considerable part of Uzbek population lives in rural areas and this or another ways connected with agrarian production. However, for the further development of this branch there are a number of barriers. From them the limitation of water resources and reclamation condition of the lands as well as the food security achieving are the main.

Initial Stages of Ontogenesis of <i>Capparis spinosa</i>L. in the Conditions of the Tashkent Botanical Garden (Uzbekistan)

The initial stages of the ontogenesis of Capparis spinosa L. (Capparidaceae) were studied for the first time in the conditions of the Tashkent Botanical Garden of the Republic of Uzbekistan. In plants, the seed peel is very dense and hard. Therefore, in laboratory and field conditions, the germination of seeds is low. In natural conditions, the seeds of mature fruits do not germinate for a long time (4 - 5 years). The seeds after undergoing cold stratification gave positive results (70% - 80%). Also, information is given about the nature of the use of its useful properties in the national economy as both forage, medicinal, and honey-bearing use. Plants are quite resistant to xerothermic factors, parasites and diseases. Capparis spinosa is a very promising plant adapted to various environmental conditions and can be used for degraded pastures of desert and foothill regions of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

Bioclimatic Modeling of the Potential Distribution of the Western Tien-Shan Endemic <i>Tulipa kaufmanniana</i>Regel (Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan)

The article analyzes the natural distribution area of the species Tulipa kaufmanniana Regel using the programs of type MaxEnt and ArcGis, the endemic of Central Asia (past, current, future). According to the results of the study, it is proved that the main distribution of the species coincides with the boundaries of the areali Tien-Shan mountain system (Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan). It is noted that the climatic factors that are optimal for the species are sufficient temperature and annual precipitation.

Geotourism Potential in Uzbekistan

As it is known that geoparks are specific nature protection unit which possesses both scientific value, and picturesque landscapes.It is also a specific way of use of bowels of the Earth.Geological nature sanctuaries have their own specificities—in them the information about geological,biological and other stories of the Earth is ciphered.The geoparks intiative adds a new dimension to the 1972

Water Allocation Strategies: Experimental Evidence from Uzbekistan

Irrigation water is a scarce common-pool resource in Uzbekistan, which leads to an increasing competition over its allocation among farmers. We examine how the management of this resource affects individual strategic behavior and how its availability (vis-a-vis scarcity vs. non-scarcity) impacts cooperation. We conduct a field experiment in Uzbekistan where two policies are analyzed: penalty and bonus. Our findings suggest that both penalty and bonus mechanisms are effective in reducing individual water appropriation compared to the case in which these policies are absent. However, in terms of reducing overall water appropriation, the bonus mechanism is the most effective in preserving the resource stock. Therefore, policymakers should have a degree of flexibility regarding the selection of a mechanism to reduce water consumption. We also find that subjects exhibit different appropriation behaviors depending on their location within the irrigation system, with upstream users being more sensitive to water reduction than downstream users.

Structural Features of the Leaf of Ephemeral Species of Representatives of the Brassicaceae Burnett Family in Southwestern Kyzylkum (Uzbekistan)

The results of a study conducted by light microscopy of the anatomical structure of the leaf in ephemeral species from the family Brassicaceae growing under the conditions of Kyzylkum (Uzbekistan) are presented. The following diagnostic, structural adaptive features were revealed: a leaf lamellar, dentate (Diptychocarpus strictus), in Leptaleum filifolium—valky. It is pubescent with various types of trichomes: stellate, dendroid (Meniocus linifolius), equilateral (Streptoloma desertorum) and unequal (Strigosella, Leptaleum filifolium species), unicellular hooked (Leptaleum filifolium). Epidermal cells flattened with wavy or winding walls. The stomata are numerous, not submerged, anomocytic, hemiparacytic, anisocytic types are noted. In all species, the isolate-palisade type of leaf mesophyll predominates. Vascular bundles of all species are sclerified. The main protective features of the leaf of species of the family Brassicaceae are pubescence and sclerification of vascular bundles. We consider the mesomorphic and xeromorphic lines of development ancient and independent. Identified and described signs that can be used in taxonomy and ecology.

Bioecological Characteristics and Natural Resources of <i>Rhaponticum integrifolium</i>in Uzbekistan

The large life cycle Rhaponticum integrifolium in natural populations (Qashqadaryo, Uzbekistan) was studied. Duration of before generative, generative and senile periods of Rhaponticum integrifolium is 2 - 5, 8 - 10 and 2 - 4 years respectively. The beginning of phenophases depends on the height of the terrain above sea level: raising the terrain from 400 to 1500 m leads to a delay in the onset of phenophases. Age states of Rhaponticum integrifolium in different ecological and phytogenetic conditions were revealed. Updated distribution of detected participation of vegetation and the raw Rhaponticum integrifolium in Uzbekistan, describes the dynamics of the contents ecdysteroids in the periods of vegetation. At the same time, a map of the species area in Central Asia was made and the term of its phytomass recovery under different operating modes of thickets was determined.

Structural Features of Vegetative Organs <i>Spiraea hypericifolia</i>L., Growing in Uzbekistan

The results of a study conducted by light microscopy methods of the anatomical structure of the vegetative organs of Spiraea hypericifolia growing in natural habitat in the Bakhmal district in the south of the Jizzakh region of Uzbekistan are presented and the following diagnostic features are identified: in the leaf—isolateral-palisade type of mesophyll leaf;thick-walled outer walls of the epidermis;amphystomatic leaves;not submerged stomata;chlorophyll-bearing palisade and spongy parenchyma;open collateral type of vascular bundles and sclerified, due to collenchymal cells;in the stem and root—the beam type of structure and more lignified;the stem and root are divided into three topographic zones: the periderm (cork), the secondary cortex and the central cylinder;the periderm is represented by a cork and its cells are dark brown, thick-walled, tightly closed;groups of bast fibers are formed under the cow parenchyma;extensive librimiform;core and radial rays elongated and short;the phloem is extensive, located between the cortex parenchyma and libriform;the narrow core is represented by large and small, round-oval, thin-walled parenchymal cells and they contain hydrocytic cells. Diagnostic signs revealed by us reflect more xeromorphic of this species. All traits were compared, and we concluded that the anatomical traits of the leaf, stem, and root may be useful in providing diagnostic traits for distinguishing the taxa studied.

Ontogenesis of the Form <i>Biota orientalis compacta</i>(Cupressaceae) in the Conditions of Introduction of the Tashkent Botanical Garden (Uzbekistan)

The ontogenesis of the form Biota orientalis compacta (Cupressaceae) was first studied in the conditions of introduction of the Tashkent Botanical Garden. The passage of periods and stages of ontogenesis, full ripening of the cones, a high rate of growth and development, as well as high seed productivity are the main indicators of the success and prospects of the introduction of the form Biota orientalis compacta. The data obtained will serve as a theoretical basis for the agrotechnical development in landscaping.

Distribution and Current State Cenopopulations of <i>Helichrysum maracandicum</i>Popov ex Kirp. in Uzbekistan

The current state of coenotic populations of rare and endangered species of Uzbekistan Helichrysum maracandicum is given. The range of species distribution is broad. The article contains 12 cenopopulations of Helichrysum maracandicum in Uzbekistan, which have considerable healing properties. During the researches, no censorship marks were recorded in any cenopopulation. Approximately, 1, 5, 11 censorpopulations were found to be close to optimal conditions. This indicates that adequate amounts of precipitation in these areas throughout the year have a positive impact on the growth and development of the plant. Most of the cenopopulations were transmitted to younger and transient states.

Adaptive Features of the Leaf of <i>Juno vicaria</i>(Vved.) T. Hall &Seisums in Different Ecological Conditions of Uzbekistan

The anatomical structure of the leaf of the Central Asian endemic species of Juno vicaria, growing in two different ecological conditions (Baysun Mountains of Surkhandary region and Tashkent Botanical Garden of Uzbekistan) was analyzed and diagnostic signs were determined. Also identified are adaptive mesomorphic and xeromorphic signs from an environmental point of view. A species that grows in natural habitat is dominated by more xeromorphic signs: a thickened outer wall of the epidermis;numerous epidermal, spongy cells;submerged stomata;small, multi-row sclerenchymal and collenchymal cells, which indicate a more xeromorphic and adaptability, as well as the wide distribution of this species to the natural growing conditions. In a species growing under the conditions of introduction of the Tashkent Botanical Garden, more mesomorphic features predominate: thin-walled, large, few epidermal, spongy cells;not immersed stomata;large non multi-row sclerenchymal and collenchymal cells, which show that the species is adapted to altered habitat conditions.