BIOLOGICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES OF COMMON ROSEMARY (ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS)

The article discusses the biological and pharmacological properties of common rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), including its botanical characteristics, bioecological features, biochemical composition, and areas of application. The significance of rosemary in culinary, folk medicine, pharmacology, and the cosmetic industry is described. Particular attention is paid to research conducted in Uzbekistan, aimed at studying the adaptive properties of the plant to various climatic conditions and the antimicrobial activity of its extracts. Data on the composition of essential oils and phenolic compounds, which determine the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity of rosemary, are provided. The prospects for using the plant in agriculture and medicine are emphasized.