ਸੋਨਾ ਮੋਤੀ ਕਣਕ (Sona Moti Wheat)
Sona Moti Ancient Wheat (Triticum sphaerococcum)
ਵਿਸਤਾਰਿਤ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ (Description)
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਵਿੱਚ:
ਸੋਨਾ ਮੋਤੀ ਕਣਕ ਦੇ ਬੀਜ ਮੋਤੀਆਂ ਵਰਗੇ ਗੋਲ ਹੁੰਦੇ ਹਨ। ਇਹ ਫੋਲਿਕ ਐਸਿਡ ਅਤੇ ਖਣਿਜਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਭਰਪੂਰ ਹੁੰਦੀ ਹੈ।
English Summary:
Sona Moti (Indian Dwarf Wheat) produces tiny round pearl-like grains. It is rich in folic acid, high mineral content, and naturally low gluten content, making it easily digestible.
ਖੇਤੀਬਾੜੀ ਵਿਸ਼ੇਸ਼ਤਾਵਾਂ (Agronomic Details)
Region of Origin
Indus Valley Heritage / Punjab
Growing Season
Rabi (Winter)
Sowing Period
November 1st fortnight
Crop Duration
140 days
Soil Preferences
Clay loams and sandy loams
Water Requirements
Moderate water requirement; responds well to jeevamrut and organic mulching
ਵਰਤੋਂ ਅਤੇ ਬੀਜ ਸੰਭਾਲ (Uses & Seed Saving)
Traditional Uses:
Traditional medicinal diets, rotis for elders, and health mixes.
Culinary & Health Uses:
Healthy artisanal rotis, traditional sweets, and bakery goods.
Farmer Observations:
Height reaches up to 4.5 feet; sturdy straw used for cattle fodder.
Seed Preservation Methods:
Sun dry to under 10% moisture and store in sealed traditional bamboo containers.
Record Metadata
Local Names: Moti Kanak, Round Wheat, Sona Moti
Contributed By: Amrit Singh Chahal
Category: Wheat (ਕਣਕ)
Added On: Oct 10, 2026