Holocene Distribution of Boraginaceae Plants in Central Albania.
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Fossil Pollen, New Holocene, Boraginaceae, Soil Samples, ElbasanAbstract
The Holocene data on fossil pollen reported in this scientific research were obtained from the subsurface
investigation of the ancient city of Elbasan, in Central Albania. This study presents information on the evolutionary
trajectory that members of the Boraginaceae family have followed throughout time. Based on archaeological research
done in the Elbasani underground, the historical era stated corresponds with the New Holocene. The primary goal of
this work is to demonstrate a connection between the historical dispersal of ancient pollen from Boraginaceae plants.
Information on the fossil pollen of the Boraginaceae family is released for the first time. Between January and March
of 2024, the data were examined.
Based on information gathered from the chemical and statistical examination of the fossilized pollen of
Boraginaceae plants, we have discovered some intriguing findings. For instance, regardless of the depth to
the surface, we have discovered palynomorphs of the Boraginaceae family in all examined soil samples.
Furthermore, 815 fossil pollens have been identified and found, demonstrating both a consistent presence
and a rising tendency in their amount from the earth's depths towards its surface.
Upon a thorough analysis of both domestic and international literature, no important variables have been
identified as influencing the flora of Central Albania. We think that human engagement in the
development of plants and fruit trees is required for it, based on the data obtained is mostly to blame for
the vegetation's alterations throughout time in the area under study.
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