Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 19 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185544
Common Names
- Trigonella caelesyriaca
- Syrian Fennel
- Caelesyriaca Fennel
Synonyms
- Medicago coelesyriaca (Boiss.) E.H.L.Krause [valid]
- Telis coelesyriaca (Boiss.) Kuntze [valid]
- Trigonella aleppica Boiss. & Hausskn. [valid]
- Trigonella gaillardotii Boiss. [valid]
- Telis aleppica (Boiss. & Hausskn.) Kuntze [valid]
- Trigonella caelesyriaca aleppica (Boiss. & Hausskn.) Širj. [valid]
- Trigonella caelesyriaca gaillardotii Boiss. [valid]
- Trigonella caelesyriaca torulosa (Post) Širj. [valid]
- Trigonella caelesyriaca torulosa Post [valid]
Description
Trigonella caelesyriaca (also called Caelesyrian Fennel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a height of up to 40 cm and its leaves are divided into 3-7 leaflets. It is found in dry grasslands, steppes, and sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Trigonella caelesyriaca is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers, and as a source of medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trigonella caelesyriaca has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trigonella caelesyriaca is a hardy annual plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is easily propagated by seed, which should be sown directly into the ground in early spring. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Trigonella caelesyriaca
Trigonella caelesyriaca can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Trigonella caelesyriaca FAQ
What type of soil does Trigonella caelesyriaca prefer?
Trigonella caelesyriaca prefers well-drained, sandy soils.
How much sunlight does Trigonella caelesyriaca need?
Trigonella caelesyriaca needs full sun to partial shade.
How often should Trigonella caelesyriaca be watered?
Trigonella caelesyriaca should be watered regularly, but not too often.
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