Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
squarrosa
ID:
201597

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vassilcz.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R.14: 229 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200926



Common Names

  • Trigonella squarrosa
  • Squarrosa Fennel
  • Fennel


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Synonyms

  • Melilotoides squarrosa (Vassilcz.) Sojak [deprecated]
  • Melissitus squarrosus (Vassilcz.) Latsch. [valid]
  • Melilotoides squarrosa (Vassilcz.) Czerep. [valid]

Description

Trigonella squarrosa (also called Fenugreek, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and Southwest Asia. It has trifoliate leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonella squarrosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trigonella squarrosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth, glossy surface. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trigonella squarrosa is a perennial herb that is best propagated by seed. It requires a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Trigonella squarrosa

Trigonella squarrosa is native to Central Asia and can be found in dry steppes, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Trigonella squarrosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trigonella squarrosa?

Trigonella squarrosa

What is the common name of Trigonella squarrosa?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Trigonella squarrosa?

Grassy slopes and rocky outcrops

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