Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
raphanina
ID:
413637

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient.2: 71 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000412969

Common Names

  • Trigonella raphanina
  • Raphanine Trigonella
  • Radish-leaved Trigonella

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Synonyms

  • Telis raphanina Kuntze [valid]

Description

Trigonella raphanina (also called Wild Fenugreek, among many other common names) is an annual herb with trifoliate leaves and white flowers. It is native to India and Sri Lanka and grows in moist grasslands and along the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonella raphanina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trigonella raphanina are small and yellow, with four petals. The seeds are small, oval-shaped, and light brown. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trigonella raphanina is a perennial herb native to Turkey. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Trigonella raphanina

Trigonella raphanina can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Trigonella raphanina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trigonella raphanina?

Trigonella raphanina

What is the common name of Trigonella raphanina?

Raphanus Fennel

What type of plant is Trigonella raphanina?

Annual herb

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