Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
maritima
ID:
213618

Status:
valid

Authors:
Delile ex Poir.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
J.B.A.M.de Lamarck, Encycl., Suppl. 5: 361 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212947



Common Names

  • Maritime Trigonella
  • Trigonella maritima
  • Maritime Trigonella


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Synonyms

  • Trigonella dura Vis. [valid]
  • Medicago pungens Trautv. [valid]
  • Trigonella petiolaris Viv. [valid]
  • Trigonella littoralis Guss. [valid]
  • Telis maritima (Delile ex Poir.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Trigonella maritima dura (Vis.) Sickenb. [valid]
  • Trigonella maritima dura (Vis.) Boiss. [valid]
  • Trigonella maritima leiosperma Maire [valid]
  • Trigonella maritima trachysperma Maire [valid]

Description

Trigonella maritima (also called Sea Fenugreek, 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 10–20 cm, with oblong leaves and white or yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonella maritima 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 maritima 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 maritima 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 maritima

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

Trigonella maritima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trigonella maritima?

Trigonella maritima

What is the common name of Trigonella maritima?

Sea fenugreek

What is the growth habit of Trigonella maritima?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate 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

References

Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
Alire Raffeneau Delile (1778-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delile' in the authors string.