medicinal herbs
Trigonella corniculata
Herb latin name: Trigonella corniculata
Family: Leguminosae
Medicinal use of Trigonella corniculata:
The fruit is astringent, bitter and styptic. It is applied externally to swellings and bruises.Description of the plant:
Plant:
AnnualHeight:
60 cm(2 feet)
Habitat of the herb:
Cultivated ground, dry banks and grassy places.Edible parts of Trigonella corniculata:
Young leaves and stem tips - cooked as a potherb.Propagation of the herb:
Pre-soak the seed for 12 hours in warm water and then sow in spring in situ.Cultivation of Trigonella corniculata:
Cultivated ground, dry banks and grassy places.Known hazards of Trigonella corniculata:
None knownPlant information taken from the Plants For A Future.