Wild arabian fenugreek
Trigonella arabica
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A herb. It keeps growing from year to year.
There are about 70 Trigonella species.
Where it is found
It grows in Mediterranean climate plants. It grows in the Sinai and Negev desert areas. It can grow in arid places. It can grow in arid places.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Arabia, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Mediterranean, Middle East, North Africa, Saudi Arabia, Sinai, Syria, USA
How it is used for food
The leaves are used as a condiment for clarified butter. They are also used for seasoning.
Edible parts
Leaves - condiment, spice
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Handagog, Hwajeh, Nafal