RESEARCH ON THE GENUS CLINOPODIUM L. THROUGH THE PRISM OF MODERN SCIENTIFIC METHODOLOGY

Alina BOGDAN,Moldova State University

Abstract

This study aims to examine the theoretical foundations and methodological framework applied in the study of the biomorphological characteristics and essential oil content in species of the genus Clinopodium L., which are recog- nized for their applications in the pharmaceutical industry, aromatherapy, phytotherapy and gastronomy. The study integrates a comprehensive set of approaches, including systematic classification, the introduction and conservation of biological material under both ex situ and in situ conditions, developmental biology analysis, the assessment of morphological and anatomical traits, the dynamics of essential oil accumulation and detailed phytochemical analy- ses. In addition, propagation strategies are evaluated with the objective of developing a standardized cultivation pro- tocol suitable for industrial-scale production. The integration of classical and contemporary methodologies, selected in accordance with the specific research objectives, enables a thorough and coherent assessment of the biological and phytochemical potential of the investigated species. Keywords: research, Clinopodium, conservation, biological phenomenon, method, introduction, species, technique. DOI: https://doi.org/10.59295/sum1(191)2026_23