Fagopyrum
Fagopyrum, commonly known as buckwheat, is a versatile pseudocereal valued for its exceptional nutritional profile. Rich in dietary fiber, antioxidants, and essential minerals, it supports metabolic health and heart wellness. Beyond its dietary importance, various species in this genus offer significant medicinal potential in traditional and modern healing practices.
- Scientific name: Fagopyrum
- Family: Polygonaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Caryophyllales and the family Polygonaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Fagopyrum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Polygonaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Fagopyrum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Fagopyrum, exhibits a specific distribution across several northern European territories. It can be found growing within the coastal and inland regions of Denmark. Furthermore, its presence extends to the northernmost landscapes of Finland. The species is also documented throughout the islands of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, its geographical range reaches the unique volcanic terrain of Iceland.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Iceland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Fagopyrum has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include anthraquinones, flavonoids, stilbenes.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| anthraquinones | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stilbenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |