Trigonella filipes
Trigonella filipes, commonly known as a member of the fenugreek genus, is a lesser-known medicinal herb valued in traditional phytotherapy. Characterized by its unique climbing habit, this plant offers diverse bioactive compounds. Researchers explore its potential pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities, to support modern holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Trigonella filipes
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Trigonella, which distinguishes it as the species Trigonella filipes.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Trigonella | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Trigonella filipes, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is referred to as thread-foot fenugreek, while in Hindi, it is known as dhaga fenugreek. In Marathi, the plant is commonly called dhaga fenugreek, and in Sanskrit, it is identified as dhaga fenugreek.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the diverse landscapes of Western Asia. Its natural habitat includes the mountainous and arid regions of Iran. It can also be found growing throughout various parts of Iraq. Furthermore, the species spans the Levant, specifically within Lebanon, Syria, and Palestine. Finally, its geographical range extends northward into the territory of Türkiye.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Palestine | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Trigonella filipes has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ascorbic acid.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ascorbic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |