Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
smyrnea
ID:
214700

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 19 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214029



Common Names

  • Trigonella smyrnea
  • Fenugreek
  • Greek Hayseed
  • Goat's Horn


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Synonyms

  • Telis smyrnea (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Trigonella smyrnea scorpioides Gand. [valid]

Description

Trigonella smyrnea (also called Smyrna fenugreek, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant of the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and open areas. It has a branched stem, reaching up to 40 cm in height, and pinnate leaves with three leaflets. The flowers are yellow and the fruits are small pods.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonella smyrnea 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 smyrnea 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 smyrnea is an annual plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and the plants should be spaced about 20 cm apart.

Where to Find Trigonella smyrnea

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

Trigonella smyrnea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trigonella smyrnea?

Trigonella smyrnea

What is the common name of Trigonella smyrnea?

Smyrna Fennel

What is the family of Trigonella smyrnea?

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