Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pseudocapitata
ID:
413634

Status:
valid

Authors:
Contandr. & Quézel

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France123: 421 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412966



Common Names

  • Trigonella pseudocapitata
  • False-headed Trigonella
  • Pseudocapitate Trigonella


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Description

Trigonella pseudocapitata (also called False-headed Fenugreek, among many other common names) is an annual herb with trifoliate leaves and white flowers. It is native to India and Sri Lanka and grows in moist grasslands and along the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonella pseudocapitata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trigonella pseudocapitata are small and yellow, with four petals. The seeds are small, round, and light brown. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trigonella pseudocapitata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers. It is best propagated by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Trigonella pseudocapitata

Trigonella pseudocapitata can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Trigonella pseudocapitata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trigonella pseudocapitata?

Trigonella pseudocapitata

What is the common name of Trigonella pseudocapitata?

False-headed Fennel

What type of plant is Trigonella pseudocapitata?

Annual herb

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

Pierre Quézel (1926-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quézel' in the authors string.
Juliette Contandriopoulos (1922-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Contandr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:524076-1: Based on the initial data import