Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
velutinoides
ID:
413601

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hub.-Mor.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Bauhinia4: 197 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412933

Common Names

  • Velutinoides Trigonella
  • Velvet Trigonella
  • Velvet Trefoil

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Description

Trigonella velutinoides (also called Common Trigonella, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, and grows up to 1.5m tall. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonella velutinoides has been used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a medicinal herb for treating skin conditions. It has also been used as a food preservative and as a thickening agent in soups and sauces.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trigonella velutinoides is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trigonella velutinoides is a perennial herb native to Turkey. It can be propagated from seed or by 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 should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Trigonella velutinoides

Trigonella velutinoides is native to the Mediterranean region, and can also be found in parts of North Africa and the Middle East.

Trigonella velutinoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trigonella velutinoides?

Trigonella velutinoides

What is the common name of Trigonella velutinoides?

Velvet fenugreek

What is the natural habitat of Trigonella velutinoides?

Grasslands and meadows

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