Chinese herb
Trigonella foenum-graecum
Family: Leguminosae
A collection of annual herbs commonly known as fenugreek. These plants are valued for their aromatic leaves and seeds, widely used in culinary and medicinal applications.
The plant typically grows to a height of about 40 cm, making it a compact and manageable crop for both small-scale and commercial farming.
Germination usually occurs within 7 to 10 days after sowing, depending on soil conditions and temperature. The plant reaches maturity in approximately 80 days, with flowering taking place during the summer months.
Flowers are generally white in color, adding a subtle beauty to the plant’s appearance. The leaves are the primary part used, often harvested when the plant is fully mature.
Once mature, the plants release a strong, pleasant aroma. To preserve this fragrance, the leaves can be dried indoors, allowing the scent to naturally diffuse into the air, offering a natural and soothing fragrance.
Cultivation: Fenugreek is a hardy, neutral plant that is not particularly sensitive to temperature or light. It can thrive in both northern and southern regions, depending on local climate and farming practices. In the north, sowing is typically done in spring, around the time of Qingming (the Tomb-Sweeping Festival). In southern regions, it can be planted two or three times a year, depending on the growing season. It is often intercropped with other crops or used in multiple cropping systems to maximize land use and yield.
Uses: Dried fenugreek herbs are commonly used as a flavoring agent and natural coloring agent. They can also serve as a substitute for vanilla beans, especially in coffee or tea blends. When dried, the seeds are ground into a fine powder resembling rice bran. This powder is then mixed with rice husks, wormwood, mint, musk, and other fragrant ingredients to create scented pillows. Alternatively, the dried vanilla can be placed in a linen or cotton bag, creating a beautifully packaged pouch that can be used as a natural air freshener or decorative item.
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