Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
occulta
ID:
213623

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ser.

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212952

Common Names

  • Occult Trigonella
  • Trigonella occulta
  • Occult Trigonella

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Description

Trigonella occulta (also called Occult Fenugreek, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia, and is cultivated worldwide for its edible seeds and leaves. It grows to a height of 15–30 cm, with trifoliate leaves and white or yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonella occulta is used as an ornamental plant, in landscaping, and for erosion control. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trigonella occulta is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trigonella occulta is an annual herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Trigonella occulta

Trigonella occulta is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey and in North Africa.

Trigonella occulta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trigonella occulta?

Trigonella occulta

What is the common name of Trigonella occulta?

Occult fenugreek

What is the growth habit of Trigonella occulta?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate growth habit

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