Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
verae
ID:
189519

Status:
valid

Authors:
Širj.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.24: 298 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188848

Common Names

  • Verae Trigonella
  • Verae Fenugreek
  • Trigonella Verae

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Description

Trigonella verae (also called True fenugreek, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 40 cm tall and has small, white flowers. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in fields, roadsides, and other disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trigonella verae 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 verae 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 verae can be propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in well-draining soil in a sunny location. Water the soil regularly to keep it moist. The seeds will germinate in 10-14 days. Thin the seedlings to a spacing of 15-20 cm. Fertilize the plants regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Trigonella verae

Trigonella verae can be found in the Middle East, particularly in Iran.

Trigonella verae FAQ

What are the common names of Trigonella verae?

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

What is the origin of Trigonella verae?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Trigonella verae?

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