Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
lipskyi
ID:
189506

Status:
valid

Authors:
Širj.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Spisy Prír. Fak. Masarykovy Univ.102: 24 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188835

Common Names

  • Lipsky's Fennel
  • Fennel Flower
  • Fenugreek

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Synonyms

  • Melilotoides lipskyi (Širj.) Soják [valid]
  • Melissitus lipskyi (Širj.) Latsch. [valid]

Description

Trigonella lipskyi (also called Lipsky's 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 lipskyi 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 lipskyi 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 lipskyi 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 lipskyi

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

Trigonella lipskyi FAQ

What are the common names of Trigonella lipskyi?

It is commonly known as the Lipsky's wild fenugreek.

What is the origin of Trigonella lipskyi?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Trigonella lipskyi?

It is used as a medicinal plant, as a forage crop, and as a source of food.

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