Status:
valid
Authors:
Bornm.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl.27(2): 326 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000190167
Common Names
- Disperma Trigonella
- Disperma Clover
- Disperma
Synonyms
- Melissitus dispermus (Bornm.) Latsch. [valid]
Description
Trigonella disperma (also called Disperse Fennel, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant, native to the Caucasus region and Iran. It typically grows in rocky and sandy soils, and can be found in open grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Trigonella disperma is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and for its culinary uses. Its medicinal uses include treating fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as a food seasoning and to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Trigonella disperma are yellow in color and have a five-petaled corolla. The seeds are small, black, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trigonella disperma is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky habitats. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, and it is best to sow the seeds in the fall. The seeds should be sown in a shallow tray and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It is also possible to propagate by division in the spring.
Where to Find Trigonella disperma
Trigonella disperma can be found in the Mediterranean region, primarily in Greece, Italy, and Spain.
Trigonella disperma FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trigonella disperma?
Trigonella disperma
What is the common name of Trigonella disperma?
Scattered Fennel
What is the natural habitat of Trigonella disperma?
Dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes
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