Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
turgidum
ID:
907128

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 86 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000906463

Common Names

  • Triticum turgidum
  • Turgidum Wheat
  • Turg Wheat

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Description

Triticum turgidum (also called Durum wheat, Macaroni wheat, and Pasta wheat, among many other common names) is a species of wheat native to the Mediterranean region. It is a tall annual grass with a spike-like inflorescence. It is found in dry habitats, such as steppes, hillsides, and semi-deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Triticum turgidum is used for animal feed, as a cover crop, and for soil erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Triticum turgidum sub. dicoccon (Schrank ex Schübl.) Thell.
Triticum turgidum sub. durum (Desf.) Husn.
Triticum turgidum sub. turanicum (Jakubz.) Á.Löve
Triticum turgidum sub. georgicum (Dekapr. & Menabde) Mackey ex Hanelt
Triticum turgidum sub. carthlicum (Nevski) Á.Löve
Triticum turgidum sub. dicoccoides (Asch. & Graebn.) Thell.
Triticum turgidum sub. turgidum
Triticum turgidum sub. polonicum (L.) Thell.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Triticum turgidum has small, yellow-green flowers, and its seeds are small and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are thin and long, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triticum turgidum is a species of wheat that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-yielding, short-strawed variety that is usually grown as a spring crop. It is generally propagated by seed, but can also be propagated vegetatively. Cultivation requires well-drained soils and a warm climate. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in areas with low rainfall. It is susceptible to rust and other diseases, so it should be grown in areas with low disease pressure.

Where to Find Triticum turgidum

Triticum turgidum is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in many parts of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It is also found in parts of Asia, including India, Pakistan, and Iran.

Triticum turgidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triticum turgidum?

Triticum turgidum

What is the common name of Triticum turgidum?

Turgid Wheat

What is the natural habitat of Triticum turgidum?

Triticum turgidum is native to the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:316216-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].