Fenugreek.

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Nivel de cuidados

Fácil

Tipo de planta

Annual herb

Luz

Full sun

Luz en interior

Sol directo

Riego

Cada 2 a 4 días

Tamaño adulto

2 feet

Ritmo de crecimiento

Rápido

Rusticidad

USDA 9 a 11

Floración

Late spring to early summer

Cuidados

Keep the soil consistently moist while the seeds germinate and the young plants establish. Watch for yellowing leaves which often indicate the soil is staying too wet for too long. Ensure the plant receives plenty of sunlight to encourage healthy growth and seed production.

Riego

Keep the soil evenly moist but never soggy.

Abonado

Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Poda

Pinch back the tips to encourage a bushier growth habit.

Trasplante

As an annual plant, it is typically grown from seed each season rather than repotted.

Suelo

Well draining sandy loam

pH del suelo

6.5 to 7.5

Temperatura

5 a 30°C

Humedad

40 a 60%

Tolerancia a la sequía

Moderada

Longevidad

Annual, typically 3 to 5 months

Fragancia

Intensa

Resistencia a ciervos y conejos

Moderada

Seguridad

Personas

This plant is generally considered safe for human consumption.

Niños

The seeds are small and pose a choking hazard to very young children if left unattended.

Alérgenos por contacto

Some individuals may experience skin irritation when handling the fresh plant.

Alérgenos en el aire

Pollen from the flowers may cause mild respiratory irritation in sensitive individuals.

Comestibilidad

While the seeds and leaves are common culinary ingredients, consume in moderation as excessive intake may cause digestive upset.

Cómo identificarla

• trifoliate light green leaves
• small white or yellow flowers
• long slender curved seed pods
• distinct maple syrup aroma

Altura

0,3 a 0,6m

Anchura

0,15 a 0,3m

Hojas

green, deciduous

Flores

white, yellow, 1 a 2cm

Frutos

brown, Summer

Problemas frecuentes

• Powdery mildew — A fungal infection that appears as white dusty patches on the foliage.
• Root rot — Occurs when the soil remains consistently waterlogged for too long.

Cómo cultivarla

Propagación

seed

Cuándo plantar

Spring

Cuidados en invierno

This plant is an annual and will complete its life cycle before winter arrives.

En maceta

It grows very well in containers, provided you use a pot at least 20 centimeters deep.

Plant fenugreek with other fast growing annual herbs to maximize your garden space.

Buenas compañeras

• Cilantro — They share similar growing requirements and are often used together in cooking.
• Dill — Dill grows well alongside fenugreek without competing for resources.

Especies parecidas

• Medicago sativa — Both are legumes that share similar growth habits and nitrogen fixing properties.

Ciencia

Familia

Fabaceae

Género

Trigonella

Orden

Fabales

Clase

Magnoliopsida

Distribución natural

Mediterranean region and Western Asia

Conservación

This species is widely cultivated and not of conservation concern.

It thrives in well drained soils and sunny locations, often found in disturbed areas or cultivated fields.

Valor para la fauna

nectar source

Polinizadores

abejas

Usos

culinary spice, leafy green vegetable, medicinal herb

Taxonomía cotejada con GBIF.

Lo que más preguntan

Can I grow fenugreek in a container?

Yes, it grows quite well in pots as long as they have good drainage.

When should I harvest the leaves?

You can harvest the leaves when the plant is about 15 centimeters tall.

De dónde viene el nombre

The genus name Trigonella refers to the triangular shape of the flowers, while the species name translates to Greek hay.

Bueno saberlo

• Fenugreek has been used for thousands of years in traditional medicine.
• The name foenum-graecum means Greek hay.
• The plant is a legume that helps fix nitrogen in the soil.