Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
189503

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aitch. & Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot.3: 47 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188832

Common Names

  • Laxiflora Trigonella
  • Laxiflora Fenugreek
  • Trigonella Laxiflora

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Synonyms

  • Melilotoides laxiflora (Aitch. & Baker) Soják [valid]
  • Melissitus laxiflorus (Aitch. & Baker) Latsch. [valid]

Description

Trigonella laxiflora (also called Laxiflora 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 laxiflora is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder crop for livestock, and as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trigonella laxiflora 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 laxiflora 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 laxiflora

Trigonella laxiflora is found in the Middle East, Central Asia, and the Mediterranean region.

Trigonella laxiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trigonella laxiflora?

Trigonella laxiflora

What is the natural habitat of Trigonella laxiflora?

Dry grasslands and open woodlands

What is the flowering period of Trigonella laxiflora?

Late spring to early summer

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
James Edward Tierney Aitchison (1836-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aitch.' in the authors string.