Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
velutina
ID:
186124

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.2: 18 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185453

Common Names

  • Velvet Trigonella
  • Velvet Fenugreek
  • Velvet Spoonwort

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Synonyms

  • Telis velutina Kuntze [valid]

Description

Trigonella velutina (also called Velvet Fennel, among many other common names) is an annual herb with white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonella velutina is used as a medicinal plant, as a food source, and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trigonella velutina has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and dark brown. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves that are divided into three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trigonella velutina is an easy-to-grow perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. For best results, sow seeds in the spring or take cuttings in late summer. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Trigonella velutina

Trigonella velutina can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Trigonella velutina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trigonella velutina?

Trigonella velutina

What is the common name of Trigonella velutina?

Velvety Fenugreek

What is the natural habitat of Trigonella velutina?

Trigonella velutina is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky areas.

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