Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
foenum-graecum
ID:
213615

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 777 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212944



Common Names

  • Fenugreek Trigonella
  • Trigonella foenum-graecum
  • Fenugreek Trigonella


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Synonyms

  • Trigonella tibetana (Alef.) Vassilcz. [valid]
  • Medicago foenugraeca (L.) E.H.L.Krause [valid]
  • Trigonella rhodantha (Alef.) Vassilcz. [valid]
  • Trigonella ensifera Trautv. [unknown]
  • Trigonella haussknechtii (Širj.) Vassilcz. [valid]
  • Trigonella jemenensis (Serp.) Sinskaya [valid]
  • Telis foenumgraecum (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Buceras foenum-graecum (L.) All. [valid]
  • Buceras odoratissima Medik. [valid]
  • Fenugraecum officinale Tschechow [illegitimate]
  • Foenum-graecum officinale Moench [valid]
  • Foenum-graecum sativum Medik. [valid]
  • Folliculigera graveolens Pasq. [valid]
  • Xiphostylis erectus Gasp. [illegitimate]
  • Foenum-graecum officinale tibetanum Alef. [valid]
  • Foenum-graecum officinale cultum Alef. [invalid]
  • Foenum-graecum officinale gladiatum Alef. [valid]
  • Foenum-graecum officinale prostratum Alef. [valid]
  • Foenum-graecum officinale rhodanthum Alef. [valid]
  • Trigonella foenum-graecum culta Gams [valid]
  • Trigonella foenum-graecum indica Sinskaya ex Soskov & Bairamov [valid]
  • Trigonella foenum-graecum jemenensis Serp. [valid]
  • Trigonella foenum-graecum haussknechtii Širj. [valid]
  • Trigonella graeca St.-Lag. [invalid]

Description

Trigonella foenum-graecum (also called Fenugreek, Greek Hayseed, and Bird's Foot, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia, and is cultivated worldwide for its edible seeds and leaves. It grows to a height of 30–90 cm, with oblong, trifoliate leaves and white or yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonella foenum-graecum is used as an ornamental plant, in landscaping, and for erosion control. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trigonella foenum-graecum is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trigonella foenum-graecum is an annual herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Trigonella foenum-graecum

Trigonella foenum-graecum is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey and in North Africa.

Trigonella foenum-graecum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trigonella foenum-graecum?

Trigonella foenum-graecum

What is the common name of Trigonella foenum-graecum?

Fenugreek

What is the growth habit of Trigonella foenum-graecum?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate or ascending growth habit

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