Distribution and status of populations of some endemic representatives of Syrdarya Karatau and Western Tien-Shan flora

Research reveals critical insights into the distribution and conservation status of six rare endemic plant species in the Syrdarya Karatau and Western Tien-Shan regions, highlighting their ecological significance within UNESCO-recognized landscapes. The study maps specific growth points and analyzes floristic communities involving these species, including Tanacetopsis popovii, Trichanthemis radiata, Hypacanthium echinopifolium, Lepidolopha karatavica, L. talassica, Tulipa lemmersii, and others. It provides detailed assessments of endemism levels, updates morphological descriptions, and reports on successful primary introductions of two species—Trichanthemis radiata and Tulipa lemmersii—in Almaty city conditions. The findings underscore the fragility of these populations and their unique adaptations, offering a foundation for targeted conservation strategies in this biodiversity hotspot.

Ivashchenko, A. A. (2021). Distribution and status of populations of some endemic representatives of Syrdarya Karatau and Western Tien-Shan flora. Проблемы Ботаники Южной Сибири И Монголии, 20(1), 213–220. https://doi.org/10.14258/pbssm.2021040