Trigonella foenum graecum

Fenugreek

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Annual aromatic herb used for culinary seeds and medicinal leaves. Known for its bitter taste and high vitamin content, it is widely used in curry powders and traditional remedies globally.
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Plant Details

Common Name Fenugreek
Family Fabaceae
Genus Trigonella
Species Trigonella Foenum-Graecum
Origin Mediterranean region / Western Asia
Blooming Small white or yellowish-white flowers, typically in summer.
Leaf Color Bright green to deep green
Sunlight Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter, pH 6.0-7.5.

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Watering

Moderate moisture, keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged during germination and vegetative stage.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for optimal growth and seed production indoors near a south-facing window.

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Fertilization

Light feeding every two weeks with balanced liquid fertilizer during active growth cycle.

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Pruning

Harvest leaves or seeds before flowering for best flavor; cut back to encourage regrowth if grown as microgreen.

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Thrip Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
20000 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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