Rivet wheat (Triticum turgidum, Sp. Pl.: 86 (1753))

Family: Poaceae

Author: L.

Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 86 (1753)

Year: 1753

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Triticum

Vegetable: Unknown

Observations: E. Medit. to Iran and Xinjiang

Description

Rivet wheat, scientifically known as Triticum turgidum, is a resilient species belonging to the Poaceae family. Documented in 1753, this wheat variety holds historical significance with its origins tracing back to the eastern Mediterranean region and extending through to Iran and Xinjiang. Rivet wheat thrives in diverse climatic conditions, which has enabled its spread and cultivation across a wide geographical expanse.

This wheat species is known for its robust properties, making it an ideal crop in various agricultural settings. The grains of rivet wheat are typically large, offering substantial yield per harvest, which has contributed to its popularity among farmers and agronomists. Additionally, its adaptability to different environmental conditions highlights its importance in sustaining food security and agricultural diversity.

Rivet wheat has also played a crucial role in the cultural and economic practices of the regions where it is cultivated. Its longstanding cultivation in these areas underlines its importance not only as a staple food source but also as a significant contributor to agricultural heritage. The study and continuous cultivation of Triticum turgidum are vital for understanding ancient farming practices and for the ongoing development of sustainable agricultural strategies.

Common Names

Fra: blé barbu, blé poulard, gros blé
Dan: engelsk hvede
Deu: kamut, rau-weizen, welscher weizen, rau-weizen
Mlt: qamħ ta’l-awstralja
Eng: rivet wheat, wild emmer, wild emmer wheat, cone wheat, poulard wheat
Swe: engelskt vete, emmervete
Ces: pšenice naduřelá
Nld: engelse tarwe
Nob: durumhvete
Nno: durumkveite
Spa: escaña silvestre
Cym: gwenith barfog
En: Rivet wheat, Wild Emmer, Wild Emmer Wheat, Cone wheat, Poulard wheat, Durum wheat, English wheat
Ca: Blat bojal
Cs: Pšenice naduřelá
Da: Engelsk hvede
Nl: Engelse tarwe
Fr: Blé barbu, Blé poulard, Gros Blé, Blé dur, Blé tendre, Froment, Blé ordinaire
De: Kamut, Rau-Weizen, Welscher Weizen, Rau-Weizen, Englischer Weizen, Hartweizen, Persischer Weizen, Rauh-Weisen, Rauhweizen, Kamut, Welscher Weizen
It: Frumento grosso, Grano grosso, Grano duro
Mt: Qamħ ta’l-Awstralja
Nb: Durumhvete
Nn: Durumkveite
Sk: Pšenica hrubozrnná
Es: Escaña Silvestre
Sv: Engelskt vete, Emmervete
Cy: Gwenith Barfog

Synonyms

• Triticum polonicum var. turgidum ((L.) Pers.)
• Gigachilon polonicum subsp. turgidum ((L.) Á.Löve)
• Triticum sativum var. turgidum ((L.) Delile)
• Triticum aestivum var. turgidum ((L.) Fiori)
• Triticum vulgare var. turgidum ((L.) Spreng.)
• Triticum durum subsp. turgidum ((L.) Dorof.)
• Triticum sativum subsp. turgidum ((L.) K.Richt.)
• Triticum vulgare subsp. turgidum ((L.) Bonnier & Layens)
• Triticum aestivum subsp. turgidum ((L.) Cout.)

Distribution

• Egypt (native)
• Iran (native)
• Iraq (native)
• Kazakhstan (native)
• Kirgizstan (native)
• Lebanon-Syria (native)
• North Caucasus (native)
• Palestine (native)
• Transcaucasus (native)
• Turkey (native)
• Turkmenistan (native)
• Uzbekistan (native)
• Xinjiang (native)
• Afghanistan (introduced)
• Albania (introduced)
• Alberta (introduced)
• Algeria (introduced)
• Assam (introduced)
• Austria (introduced)
• Bangladesh (introduced)
• Belarus (introduced)
• Bulgaria (introduced)
• Canary Is. (introduced)
• Central African Repu (introduced)
• Central European Rus (introduced)
• China North-Central (introduced)
• China South-Central (introduced)
• China Southeast (introduced)
• Corse (introduced)
• Cyprus (introduced)
• Czechoslovakia (introduced)
• Denmark (introduced)
• East Aegean Is. (introduced)
• East European Russia (introduced)
• Ethiopia (introduced)
• France (introduced)
• Germany (introduced)
• Great Britain (introduced)
• Greece (introduced)
• Honduras (introduced)
• Hungary (introduced)
• India (introduced)
• Italy (introduced)
• Kriti (introduced)
• Krym (introduced)
• Libya (introduced)
• Madeira (introduced)
• Manitoba (introduced)
• Mauritania (introduced)
• Morocco (introduced)
• Myanmar (introduced)
• Netherlands (introduced)
• New York (introduced)
• North European Russi (introduced)
• Northwest European R (introduced)
• Oman (introduced)
• Ontario (introduced)
• Pakistan (introduced)
• Poland (introduced)
• Portugal (introduced)
• Romania (introduced)
• Sardegna (introduced)
• Saskatchewan (introduced)
• Saudi Arabia (introduced)
• Sicilia (introduced)
• South European Russi (introduced)
• Spain (introduced)
• Sudan (introduced)
• Sweden (introduced)
• Switzerland (introduced)
• Tadzhikistan (introduced)
• Tibet (introduced)
• Tunisia (introduced)
• Turkey-in-Europe (introduced)
• Ukraine (introduced)
• West Himalaya (introduced)
• West Siberia (introduced)
• Yemen (introduced)
• Yugoslavia (introduced)
• Zimbabwe (introduced)

Additional Images

Fruit

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Habit

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Taken Oct 8, 2021 by Trap Hers (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 7, 2022 by Fabrice Rubio (cc-by-sa)

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Flower

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Taken Aug 17, 2022 by Hudák Jan (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 25, 2022 by Andrzej Konstantynowicz (cc-by-sa)

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Leaf

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Other

Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)

Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)

Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)

Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)

Taken Jan 1, 1800 by Tela Botanica − Daniel MATHIEU (cc-by-sa)

Bark

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Taken Jun 5, 2006 by EOL − Luigi Rignanese (cc-by-nc)

Taken Jun 23, 2018 by Catherine Hacquard (cc-by-sa)

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Taken May 19, 2020 by Brigitte Degroote (cc-by-sa)

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:316216-2)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2706406)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Triticum turgidum L.)

Specifications

Growth