Zizania latifolia
Zizania latifolia, commonly known as wild rice or Manchurian wild rice, is a versatile aquatic plant prized for its nutritional and medicinal properties. Rich in essential vitamins and minerals, it is traditionally used in various cultures to support digestive health, reduce inflammation, and promote overall metabolic balance and wellness.
- Scientific name: Zizania latifolia
- Family: Poaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Zizaniia latifolia, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae and order Poales, it is further categorized under the family Poaceae. It is specifically identified by its genus, Zizaniia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Poales | WCVP |
| Family | Poaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Zizania | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several key regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented in both Great Britain and Ireland. Moving toward the center of the continent, it can also be found within the borders of Germany. The species extends into Southwestern Europe, specifically inhabiting the landscape of Spain. Finally, its range reaches into Southeastern Europe, where it is located in Italy.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Belarus | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Baltic States | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Central European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | East European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Northwest European Russia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Zizania latifolia has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Ara, Gal, GalA, Glc, Man.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Ara | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Gal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| GalA | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Glc | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Man | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Rha | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |