Eleusine coracana
Eleusine coracanana, commonly known as finger millet, is a highly nutritious cereal grain valued for its medicinal properties. Rich in calcium, iron, and essential amino acids, it supports bone health and manages diabetes. Traditionally used in various cultures, this resilient superfood offers significant dietary benefits and promotes overall metabolic wellness.
- Scientific name: Eleusine coracana
- Family: Poaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and is classified under the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized into the subclass Magnoliidae, the order Poales, and the family Poaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is established within the genus Eleusine.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Poales | WCVP |
| Family | Poaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Eleusine | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a varied presence across several key regions within the European continent. In Northern Europe, its distribution can be observed within the borders of Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found in Belgium as well as in Germany. Its range further extends through the Central European territories of Czechia-Slovakia. Finally, the plant reaches into Southeastern Europe, specifically within the country of Italy.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| Macaronesia | Canary Is. | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Burkina | WCVP |
Chemicals
Eleusine coracana has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Syringol, ascorbate, flavonoid, glutathione, lignin.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Syringol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| ascorbate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| glutathione | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| lignin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tannin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |