Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
adscendens
ID:
189483

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nevski) Afan. & Gontsch.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Fl. Tadzhiksk. S.S.R.5: 181 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188812

Common Names

  • Ascendent Trigonella
  • Ascendent Fenugreek
  • Trigonella Adscendens

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Synonyms

  • Melissitus adscendens (Nevski) Ikonn. [valid]
  • Melilotoides adscendens (Nevski) Soják [valid]
  • Botryolotus adscendens Nevski [valid]

Description

Trigonella adscendens (also called Ascending Trigonella, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonella adscendens is used for its edible beans, which are high in protein and fiber. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it is known to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and diuretic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trigonella adscendens 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 adscendens is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Afghanistan. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can tolerate drought conditions. It can be propagated by division or cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Trigonella adscendens

Trigonella adscendens is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Trigonella adscendens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trigonella adscendens?

Trigonella adscendens

What is the common name of Trigonella adscendens?

Ascending fenugreek

Where is Trigonella adscendens found?

Trigonella adscendens is found in the Middle East and Central Asia.

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

Sergéi Nevski (1908-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nevski' in the authors string.
Nikolai Goncharov (1900-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gontsch.' in the authors string.
Konstantin Afanasyev (1905-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Afan.' in the authors string.