Giant's Wheat
Triticum giganteus
Mega Flora - Grazing SpeciesPhysical Characteristics
Giant's Wheat reaches impressive heights of 15-20 feet, making it one of the tallest grasses in Aethoria. The plant produces massive seed heads that contain exceptional nutrient density, providing high-quality food for large herbivores. The wheat has a very rapid growth rate, allowing it to quickly establish and spread across suitable habitats.
Massive Seed Heads
The seed heads of Giant's Wheat are proportionally massive, containing large quantities of nutritious grains. These seed heads are designed to feed large animals like megafauna, providing the substantial amounts of food needed to sustain their massive bodies. The seeds are rich in carbohydrates, proteins, and essential nutrients.
Rapid Regrowth
Giant's Wheat has evolved the ability to rapidly regrow after being grazed, ensuring a sustainable food source for large herbivores. This rapid regrowth allows the plant to maintain its population even under heavy grazing pressure, making it an ideal food source for megafauna herds.
High Protein Content
The wheat contains exceptionally high protein content, making it an excellent food source for large animals that require substantial protein intake. This high protein content helps support the growth and maintenance of megafauna, which have higher protein requirements than smaller animals.
Drought Resistance
Giant's Wheat has developed drought resistance mechanisms that allow it to survive in various environmental conditions. This adaptability makes it a reliable food source even during periods of limited rainfall, ensuring that megafauna have access to food throughout the year.
Usage
Giant's Wheat serves as a primary food source for megafauna grazing, providing the massive quantities of food needed to sustain large herbivores. It is also used for human consumption, livestock feed, and soil stabilization. The wheat's rapid growth and self-seeding capabilities make it an excellent wind break and erosion control plant.
Information compiled by the Imperial Academy of Natural Studies, 2025 PC3.