sugarcane
Saccharum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Sugarcane, scientifically known as Saccharum, is more than just a sweet dietary staple. Beyond its role in sugar production, this versatile perennial grass possesses significant medicinal properties. Traditionally used in various cultures, its extracts offer antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial benefits, making it a subject of growing pharmacological interest.
- Family
- Poaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Sugarcane · Sugarcanes And Plumegrasses
- Scientific synonyms
- Syllepis
Names
Common Names
- sugarcane
- Sugarcanes and plumegrasses
Regional and Traditional Names
German:
- třtinovník
- Zuckerrohr
French:
- Canne à sucre
Scientific Names
Accepted name
SaccharumSynonyms
- Syllepis
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Poales and the family Poaceae, it is classified under the genus Saccharum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Poales | WCVP |
| Family | Poaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Saccharum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse presence across several Mediterranean regions. In Southwestern Europe, it can be found growing in both Spain and Sardegna. Its range extends into Southeastern Europe, where it is widely distributed throughout Italy. The plant is also commonly located in the island of Kriti. Consequently, its geographical footprint covers multiple key areas of the southern European coastline.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
Chemicals
Saccharum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include IRON.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| IRON | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
IRON
- Panminerva medica