Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum)

Fenugreek plant

La fenugreek It is a plant that has been used by humans for a long time: it is known that the ancient Egyptians already used it in embalming processes… more than 4000 years ago!

Its cultivation and maintenance is very simple, since in fact it can be had both in a pot and in the orchard or garden. If you want to meet her, here is your file.

Origin and characteristics

Fenugreek seeds

Our protagonist is an annual plant native to Southwest Asia, although today it can also be found in southern Europe. Its scientific name is Trigonella foenum-graecum, but it is popularly known as fenugreek, fenugreek or fenugreek. It is characterized by reach a height of 20 to 50 centimeters, with erect stems from which green compound leaves emerge. It blooms in summer. The flowers are small, yellow.

Its growth rate is very fast; not in vain, in just a few months it must germinate, grow, flower and produce seeds before withering. For this reason, it is a very interesting plant.

What are their cares?

If you want to grow fenugreek, we recommend giving it the following care:

  • Location: outside, in full sun.
  • Earth: whether it is in a pot or in the ground, it is indifferent as long as it has good drainage.
  • Irrigation: frequent. It has to be watered every 2 days, avoiding waterlogging but also allowing the soil to dry out.
  • Subscriber: throughout the season, with ecological fertilizers.
  • Multiplication: by seeds in early spring.
  • Rusticity: when the temperature drops below 10ºC it begins to wither.

What uses does it have?

Fenugreek leaves

Culinary

Both the leaves and the seeds are used as spices. In addition, salads are also made with the former, and with the latter a type of bread, khakhra.

Medicinal

Used to facilitate digestion, reduce inflammation, fight infections, and treat sinusitis and lung congestions. It also helps improve appetite and sleep cycles.

Other uses

Ancient Egyptian embalmers they used it to mummify, and the rest of the town used the oil obtained from the seeds to combat wrinkles.

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  1.   Alfredo Moreleón said

    It is also used as a remedy for styes or perrilas, making a tea and warm wash both eyes with it, GRANDMOTHER'S REMEDY