Fenugreek : The Genus Trigonella

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.

Fenugreek presents an in-depth review on the Genus Trigonella and particularly the species T. foenum-graecum L. (fenugreek). It is written by experts and includes chapters describing the genus'' botany, physiology, cultivation, breeding, nutrition, pest-disease and weed control. The chemical constituents of the species of Trigonella, their pharmacological properties and the marketing of fenugreek seed are also discussed as are its medicinal applications. A detailed presentation of the usefulness of fenugreek seed as food (whole, flour, roasted), spice (in curry powder), perfume, dye and source of galactomannan and steroidal diosgenin, widely used in industry, is also included. The book will be of interest to all those concerned with the study, cultivation and use of medicinal and aromatic plants and particularly of fenugreek.