Fenugreek: The Genus Trigonella

By Youru M. Wang

Book Overview

Fenugreek presents an in-depth review on the genus Trigonella, with an emphasis on the species T. foenum-graecum L. (fenugreek). Written by experts, the book discusses the chemical constituents of the species of Trigonella, their pharmacological properties, and the marketing of fenugreek seed. It includes chapters describing the genus' botany, physiology, cultivation, breeding, nutrition, pest-disease, and weed control, as well as a detailed presentation on the usefulness of fenugreek seed as food, spice, perfume. This book is ideal for those concerned with the study, cultivation, and use of medicinal and aromatic plants, and particularly of fenugreek.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415296579
• ISBN13: 9780415296571
• Release Date: August 2002
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.4" x 9.4"