[en] Lupinus species are valuable for sustainable agriculture due to their high protein content, adaptability, and bioactive compounds. This study assessed the morphological, nutritional, and phytochemical diversity of Lupinus albus, L. luteus, and L. pilosus using 27 agro-morphological traits and analytical techniques (GC-MS, GC-FID, HPLC, and spectrophotometry). L. pilosus, with its dense leaf pubescence, thrives in arid environments, whereas L. luteus and L. albus, with glabrous leaves, are adaptable to humid conditions. L. albus has the shortest ripening period (208.61 ± 12.79 days) and the highest protein (37.18 ± 2.37%) and nitrogen (5.95 ± 0.38%) content. L. pilosus exhibits the strongest antioxidant activity (ABTS: 84.5%) due to its rich flavonoid and phenolic profile, while L. albus differ with its nutraceutical potential. Additionally, 38.88% of L. albus seeds are “sweet”, improving edibility. These findings highlight L. albus as an optimal candidate for genetic improvement and sustainable agriculture, particularly in Mediterranean regions.
Disciplines :
Agriculture & agronomy Chemistry
Author, co-author :
Akremi, Imen; Laboratory of microorganisms and active biomolecules (LR03ES03), Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences of Tunis, University Campus, El-Manar University, Tunisia
Kabtni, Souhir; Laboratory of microorganisms and active biomolecules (LR03ES03), Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences of Tunis, University Campus, El-Manar University, Tunisia
Ammar, Ben; Laboratory of microorganisms and active biomolecules (LR03ES03), Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences of Tunis, University Campus, El-Manar University, Tunisia
Genva, Manon ; Université de Liège - ULiège > Département GxABT > Chemistry for Sustainable Food and Environmental Systems (CSFES)
Hejazi, Sondos; Dipartimento di Agraria, University of Napels "Federico II", Portici, Italy ; Departement of nutrition and Food Technology, An-Najah National University, Nabuls, Palestine
Elbok, Safia; Laboratory of Biodiversity, Biotechnologies and Climate Change (LR11ES09), Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences of Tunis, University Campus, El-Manar University, Tunisia
Rouz, Slim; Institution of Agricultural Research and Higher Education, Department of Agronomy, Tunisia
Marghali, Sonia; Laboratory of microorganisms and active biomolecules (LR03ES03), Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences of Tunis, University Campus, El-Manar University, Tunisia
Fauconnier, Marie-Laure ; Université de Liège - ULiège > TERRA Research Centre > Chemistry for Sustainable Food and Environmental Systems (CSFES)
Language :
English
Title :
Comparative highlights of morphological, phytochemical and nutritional key characteristics of Mediterranean Lupinus species
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