Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
uncinata
ID:
189518

Status:
valid

Authors:
Banks & Sol.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
A.Russell, Nat. Hist. Aleppo, ed. 2, 2: 261 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188847

Common Names

  • Uncinata Trigonella
  • Uncinata Fenugreek
  • Trigonella Uncinata

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Synonyms

  • Trigonella brevidentata Blakelock [valid]

Description

Trigonella uncinata (also called Hooked fenugreek, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 40 cm tall and has small, white flowers. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in fields, roadsides, and other disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonella uncinata is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder crop for livestock, and as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trigonella uncinata has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trigonella uncinata can be propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in well-draining soil in a sunny location. Water the soil regularly to keep it moist. The seeds will germinate in 10-14 days. Thin the seedlings to a spacing of 15-20 cm. Fertilize the plants regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Trigonella uncinata

Trigonella uncinata can be found in the Middle East, particularly in Iran.

Trigonella uncinata FAQ

What are the common names of Trigonella uncinata?

It is commonly known as the hooked wild fenugreek.

What is the origin of Trigonella uncinata?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Trigonella uncinata?

It is used as a medicinal plant, as a forage crop, and as a source of food.

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

Daniel Solander (1733-1782): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sol.' in the authors string.
Joseph Banks (1743-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Banks' in the authors string.