Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge
Source:
ildis
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Arbeiten Naturf. Vereins Riga1: 218 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214025
Common Names
- Trigonella grandiflora
- Large-flowered Fenugreek
- Fenugreek
Synonyms
- Trigonella eremophila Freyn & Paulsen [valid]
- Telis grandiflora (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Trigonella grandiflora (also called 'Large-flowered Fenugreek', among many other common names) is a species of herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is an annual herb with a prostrate habit and grows to a height of around 10 cm. It has trifoliate leaves and large yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Trigonella grandiflora 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 grandiflora has large, 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trigonella grandiflora is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the root crowns. Seeds should be sown in early spring and the plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.
Where to Find Trigonella grandiflora
Trigonella grandiflora can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.
Trigonella grandiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trigonella grandiflora?
Trigonella grandiflora
What is the common name of Trigonella grandiflora?
Large-Flowered Fennel
What is the family of Trigonella grandiflora?
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