Ibrayeva Manshuk, Ozturk Mehmet
Caspian University of Technologies and Engineering named after Sh.Yessenov
Mugla Sıtkı Kocman Universitesy, Mugla, Turkey
Annotation. Medicinal plants play a key role in medicine by providing the necessary resources for the creation of various medicines. For thousands of years, humanity has used herbal medicines to treat many diseases, including severe and malignant forms. These natural remedies have unique healing properties, which are often safer and more effective than their synthetic counterparts.
The importance of medicinal plants is confirmed by data from the World Health Organization (WHO), which predicts that in the next ten years the share of herbal medicines in the total supply of medicines will exceed 50%. This is due to the growing interest in natural treatments and increased attention to environmental and biosafety issues.
Medicinal plants contain many active substances such as alkaloids, glycosides, essential oils and vitamins, which can be used to develop effective therapeutic agents. Examples of such plants include echinacea, used to strengthen the immune system, and St. John#8217;s wort, known for its antidepressant properties. Modern science is actively studying the pharmacological properties of medicinal plants, trying to integrate traditional knowledge and modern technologies. This collaboration contributes to the creation of new drugs that are highly effective and have minimal side effects. As a result, the use of herbal remedies is becoming increasingly popular among both medical professionals and patients seeking healthy and safe treatments.
The plant of the genus Thymus serpyllum L., also known as wild thyme or thyme, has a rich chemical composition that makes it a valuable object for scientific research. This perennial herb from the Lamiaceae family is widespread in Europe and Asia and is known for its medicinal properties.
The chemical composition of Thymus serpyllum includes many bioactive components, among which essential oils, flavonoids, phenolic compounds and terpenes attract special attention. Thyme essential oil contains important components such as thymol, carvacrol, cymene and γ-terpinene, which have antiseptic, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Thymol and carvacrol are especially valued for their powerful antibacterial effects, making this plant promising for use in medicine and pharmaceuticals.
Key words: Thymus serpyllum L., Lamiaceae family, bioactive substances, essential oils, flavonoids, amino acids, fatty acids, antibacterial properties, anti-inflammatory properties, moisture, ash content, gaz-liquid chromatography (GLC).
DOI 10.56525/ALET1432