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Trigonella foenum-graecum

মেথিHerb

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

Taxonomy

The scientific classification of Trigonella foenum-graecum.

Classification

KingdomPlantae
CladeTracheophytes
CladeAngiosperms
ClassMagnoliopsida
OrderFabales
FamilyFabaceae
GenusTrigonella
SpeciesT. foenum-graecum
Binomial NameTrigonella foenum-graecum
AuthorLinnaeus
Common NameFenugreek
Life FormHerb
Growth HabitHerb

Taxonomic Hierarchy

KingdomPlantae
CladeTracheophytes
CladeAngiosperms
ClassMagnoliopsida
OrderFabales
FamilyFabaceae
GenusTrigonella

Taxonomic Notes

  • Hibiscus rosa-sinensis belongs to the family Malvaceae.
  • The genus Hibiscus includes over 200 species of shrubs, trees, and herbs.
  • This species is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant.