Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
iskanderi
ID:
201553

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vassilcz.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R.11: 103 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200882



Common Names

  • Trigonella iskanderi
  • Iskander's Fennel
  • Fennel


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Synonyms

  • Melilotoides iskanderi (Vassilcz.) Soják [valid]
  • Melissitus iskanderi (Vassilcz.) Latsch. [valid]

Description

Trigonella iskanderi (also called 'Iskander's Trigonella', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It has a branched stem, with alternate, pinnate leaves with 3-7 leaflets. It is found in dry meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonella iskanderi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trigonella iskanderi has small, yellow flowers that are followed by small, flattened, yellow-brown seeds. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trigonella iskanderi is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Trigonella iskanderi

Trigonella iskanderi can be found in the Caucasus Mountains of Russia and Georgia.

Trigonella iskanderi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trigonella iskanderi?

Trigonella iskanderi

What is the common name of Trigonella iskanderi?

Iskanderi Trigonella

What is the habitat of Trigonella iskanderi?

It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and on roadsides

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