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Morphological and Nutritional Characterization of the Native Sunflower as a Potential Plant Resource for the Sierra Gorda of Querétaro

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  • Ana Patricia Arenas-Salazar

    (Faculty of Engineering, Autonomous University of Querétaro, Cerro de las Campanas s/n, Querétaro 76010, Mexico)

  • Mark Schoor

    (Faculty of Engineering, Autonomous University of Querétaro, Cerro de las Campanas s/n, Querétaro 76010, Mexico)

  • María Isabel Nieto-Ramírez

    (Faculty of Engineering, Autonomous University of Querétaro, Cerro de las Campanas s/n, Querétaro 76010, Mexico)

  • Juan Fernando García-Trejo

    (Faculty of Engineering, Autonomous University of Querétaro, Cerro de las Campanas s/n, Querétaro 76010, Mexico)

  • Irineo Torres-Pacheco

    (Faculty of Engineering, Autonomous University of Querétaro, Cerro de las Campanas s/n, Querétaro 76010, Mexico)

  • Ramon Gerardo Guevara-González

    (Faculty of Engineering, Autonomous University of Querétaro, Cerro de las Campanas s/n, Querétaro 76010, Mexico)

  • Humberto Aguirre-Becerra

    (Faculty of Engineering, Autonomous University of Querétaro, Cerro de las Campanas s/n, Querétaro 76010, Mexico)

  • Ana Angélica Feregrino-Pérez

    (Faculty of Engineering, Autonomous University of Querétaro, Cerro de las Campanas s/n, Querétaro 76010, Mexico)

Abstract

Problems with primary food production (food insecurity, malnutrition, and socioeconomic problems) persist throughout the world, especially in rural areas. Despite these problems, the available natural food resources are underutilized; residents are no longer interested in growing and consuming foods native to their region. In this regard, this study carries out the morphological and nutritional characterization of a native sunflower ( Helianthus annuus ) grown in the Sierra Gorda, Querétaro, Mexico, known as “Maíz de teja”, to implement a sustainable monoculture production system. The results were compared with some other sunflower varieties and other oilseeds grown and consumed in the country. This study determined that this native sunflower seed is a good source of linoleic acid (84.98%) and zinc (17.2 mg/100 g). It is an alternative protein source (18.6 g/100 g), comparable to foods of animal origin. It also provides a good amount of fiber (22.6 g/100 g) and bioactive compounds (total phenolic compounds (TPC) 3.434 ± 0.03 mg/g and total flavonoids (TFC) 0.67 ± 0.02 mg/g), and seed yield 341.13 kg/ha. This study demonstrated a valuable nutritional profile of this native seed and its potential for cultivation. Further research is needed to improve agricultural management to contribute to food security and improve the socioeconomic status of the community.

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  • Ana Patricia Arenas-Salazar & Mark Schoor & María Isabel Nieto-Ramírez & Juan Fernando García-Trejo & Irineo Torres-Pacheco & Ramon Gerardo Guevara-González & Humberto Aguirre-Becerra & Ana Angélica F, 2025. "Morphological and Nutritional Characterization of the Native Sunflower as a Potential Plant Resource for the Sierra Gorda of Querétaro," Resources, MDPI, vol. 14(8), pages 1-18, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jresou:v:14:y:2025:i:8:p:121-:d:1712291
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