Triticum aestivum
Common wheat
Triticum aestivum, commonly known as common wheat, is a vital cereal crop globally recognized for its nutritional and medicinal potential. Beyond its role as a dietary staple, it contains bioactive compounds, including antioxidants and polyphenols, which offer anti-inflammatory and protective properties, supporting overall health and wellness through natural nourishment.
- Scientific name: Triticum aestivum
- Family: Poaceae
- 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 is organized under the order Poales and the family Poaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is completed by its classification in the genus Triticum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Poales | WCVP |
| Family | Poaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Triticum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Triticum aestivum, is recognized by various common names across different languages and regions. In Polish, it is referred to as pszenica zwyczajna, while in Hausa, it is called Alkama. It is known as 보통밀 in Korean and közönséges búza in Hungarian, and in Liechtensteiner German, it is called terf.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| pl | pszenica zwyczajna | Wikidata |
| ha | Alkama | Wikidata |
| ko | 보통밀 | Wikidata |
| hu | közönséges búza | Wikidata |
| li | terf | Wikidata |
| et | harilik nisu | Wikidata |
| de | Weichweizen | Wikidata |
| ja | パンコムギ | Wikidata |
| sq | Gruri | Wikidata |
| rw | Ingano | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Triticum aestivum, exhibits a specific distribution across several regions in Northern Europe. It can be found growing within the borders of Denmark. The species is also present in the northern territories of Finland. Furthermore, its range extends to the islands of Great Britain and Iceland. Finally, this medicinal plant is documented to occur in Ireland.
| 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 |
Plant Parts
This plant, Triticum aestivum, commonly known as wheat, is a vital cereal crop where various components are utilized for their nutritional and medicinal properties. The germ, or the embryo of the seed, is a highly concentrated source of essential vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats, making it a potent component in dietary supplements. Additionally, the wheat bran, which constitutes the hard outer layer of the kernel, is exceptionally rich in dietary fiber and antioxidants, playing a crucial role in promoting digestive health and regulating metabolic functions.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| wheat bran | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| germ | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Triticum aestivum has 128 reported phytochemicals identified across 168 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include chlorophyll, peroxidase, lysine, Fe, H2O2.
- Total chemicals
- 128
- Scientific sources
- 168
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| chlorophyll | 5 | ★★★☆☆ |
| peroxidase | 5 | ★★★☆☆ |
| lysine | 4 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Fe | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| H2O2 | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Zn | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| catalase | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| proline | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| starch | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| superoxide dismutase | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
Activities
Triticum aestivum has 10 reported activities identified across 17 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antimicrobial, Analgesic, Anticancer, Antidiabetic.
- Total activities
- 10
- Scientific sources
- 17
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 7 | ★★★★☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Analgesic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticancer | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidiabetic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hepatoprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypolipemic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Laxative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Moisturizing | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Triticum aestivum has 39 reported medicinal uses identified across 51 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include salt stress, oxidative stress, antioxidant, iron deficiency, salinity.
- Total uses
- 39
- Scientific sources
- 51
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| salt stress | 7 | ★★★★☆ |
| oxidative stress | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| iron deficiency | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| salinity | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| salinity stress | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Drought | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Toxoplasma gondii infection | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aflatoxin B1 | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| allergy | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |