Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
afghanica
ID:
189484

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vassilcz.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R.14: 230 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188813

Common Names

  • Afghan Trigonella
  • Afghan Fenugreek
  • Trigonella Afghanica

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Synonyms

  • Melissitus afghanicus (Vassilcz.) Latsch. [valid]

Description

Trigonella afghanica (also called Afghan Trigonella, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Afghanistan. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonella afghanica 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 afghanica 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 afghanica 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 afghanica

Trigonella afghanica can be found in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iran.

Trigonella afghanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trigonella afghanica?

Trigonella afghanica

What is the common name of Trigonella afghanica?

Afghan fenugreek

Where is Trigonella afghanica found?

Trigonella afghanica 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