The Verna variety, also known as Verna Aristato, belongs to the category of heirloom wheat varieties. The variety name is associated with Mount Verna in Tuscany, and the prefix Aristato indicates the presence of awns on the spike. The plant is characterized as a traditional and undemanding variety adapted for cultivation on hillsides and poor soils.
Flour from this variety contains about 12% protein and a lower amount of gluten than modern industrial varieties. The grain is often stone-ground to preserve the germ and nutrients. Currently, the variety is in demand in organic farming for the production of bread and pasta.
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