What kind of plant is wheat and where does it grow originally?

1. What is the plant?

Wheat is an annual or biennial herb, a monocotyledonous plant that is grown in various regions around the world. Its main stem is very upright and can usually grow to about 60-100cm. Its spike inflorescence is also upright, only about 5-10cm long and 1-1.5cm wide.

2. Where did it grow originally?

Wheat originated in western Asia and has a cultivation history of nearly 10,000 years. When it was first discovered, it was growing near the Hemudu River Basin. At present, it is grown in China and various parts of the world and has become a commonly cultivated plant. Especially in our country, it is planted in many areas, such as Tianjin, Hebei, Shanxi, Jiangsu, Jilin, Xinjiang and Anhui.

3. Growth Environment

It is more suitable for growing in deep soil. Sandy soil or heavy clay cannot be used, as such soil is not conducive to plant growth. It prefers sunlight, so it must be provided with at least 8-12 hours of sunlight every day. If it lacks too much sunlight, it will affect the heading.