Plant of the day
Trigonella foenum-graecum
FenugreekHerb
Fenugreek is an annual plant in the family Fabaceae, with leaves consisting of three small obovate to oblong leaflets. It is cultivated worldwide as a semiarid crop. Its leaves and seeds are common ingredients in dishes from the Indian subcontinent, and have been used as a culinary ingredient since ancient times. Its use as a food ingredient in small quantities is safe.
FamilyFabaceae
GenusTrigonella
NativeMediterranean Basin
LifespanAnnual; completes life cycle in 90–150 days
Synonyms
Synonyms are alternative scientific names that have been used in the past for Trigonella foenum-graecum.