Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
cariensis
ID:
214691

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 21 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214020



Common Names

  • Trigonella cariensis
  • Cariot Fenugreek
  • Fenugreek


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Synonyms

  • Trigonella longirostris Steven [valid]
  • Telis cariensis (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Trigonella cariensis (also called 'Carian Fenugreek', among many other common names) is a species of herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is an annual herb with a prostrate habit and grows to a height of around 10 cm. It has trifoliate leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonella cariensis is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant. It has been used to treat various ailments, including digestive disorders, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trigonella cariensis has small, yellow flowers, each with 10-15 stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a rough, pitted surface. The seedlings are small, with two small, oval-shaped cotyledons and two small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trigonella cariensis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the root crowns. Seeds should be sown in early spring and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Trigonella cariensis

Trigonella cariensis can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Trigonella cariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trigonella cariensis?

Trigonella cariensis

What is the common name of Trigonella cariensis?

Carian Fennel

What is the family of Trigonella cariensis?

Fabaceae

Species in the Trigonella genus

Trigonella glabra, Trigonella media, Trigonella spicata, Trigonella spruneriana, Trigonella strangulata, Trigonella velutina, Trigonella caelesyriaca, Trigonella calliceras, Trigonella emodi, Trigonella kotschyi, Trigonella suavissima, Trigonella adscendens, Trigonella afghanica, Trigonella aphanoneura, Trigonella capitata, Trigonella cedretorum, Trigonella cylindracea, Trigonella edelbergii, Trigonella elliptica, Trigonella filipes, Trigonella freitagii, Trigonella gharuensis, Trigonella gracilis, Trigonella heratensis, Trigonella ionantha, Trigonella kafirniganica, Trigonella koeiei, Trigonella late-alata, Trigonella laxiflora, Trigonella laxissima, Trigonella lipskyi, Trigonella marco-poloi, Trigonella podlechii, Trigonella pycnotricha, Trigonella salangensis, Trigonella stenocarpa, Trigonella subenervis, Trigonella teheranica, Trigonella turkmena, Trigonella uncinata, Trigonella verae, Trigonella xeromorpha, Trigonella disperma, Trigonella lilacina, Trigonella cachemiriana, Trigonella bactriana, Trigonella astroides, Trigonella ramosissima, Trigonella dasycarpa, Trigonella aristata,

Species in the Fabaceae family