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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 12 hours.

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Pakistan

Introduced to: Albania, Algeria, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bulgaria, California, China North-Central, China South-Central, China Southeast, East European Russia, Ethiopia, Fiji, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Hungary, India, Italy, Kenya, Kuwait, Lebanon-Syria, Libya, Mali, Maryland, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Palestine, Portugal, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Switzerland, Tanzania, Tibet, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Yemen, Zimbabwe

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Trigonella foenum-graecumTrigonella foenum-graecum

Fenugreek

In Stock: 2.291 lb (Total:1.862lb)

Trigonella foenum-graecum

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Details

Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

22,473

Quantity:

2.29 lb

Collected in:

India

Crop year:

2023

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1833830

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 12 hours.

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Pakistan

Native

Introduced

Discover the many benefits of Trigonella foenum-graecum - Fenugreek. This annual plant from the Fabaceae family is cultivated worldwide as a semi-arid crop, with its seeds being a common ingredient in dishes from South and Central Asia. Not only is it used in cooking, but it also has a wide range of medicinal applications. It has been used for centuries in herbal medicine, especially in North Africa, the Middle East, and India, for its potential to promote weight gain and as a cancer therapy. Additionally, it is thought to improve digestion, reduce blood sugar levels in diabetics, and promote breast milk supply in nursing mothers. While fenugreek is generally safe, some people may experience allergic reactions or mild side effects such as diarrhea, dyspepsia, or abdominal distention. Discover the power of Trigonella foenum-graecum - Fenugreek today!