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
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.
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