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Fenugreek
Fenugreek (/ˈfɛnjʉɡriːk/; Trigonella foenum-graecum) is an annual plant in the family Fabaceae with leaves consisting of three small obovate to oblong leaflets. It is cultivated worldwide as a semi-arid crop, and its seeds are a common ingredient in dishes from the Indian Subcontinent.
Trigonella foenum-graecum, commonly known as fenugreek, is an annual legume native to the Mediterranean region. In Qatar, it has been found to grow wild in various areas, including coastal and inland regions. Studies have shown that fenugreek is a common weed in Qatari farms and gardens, particularly in areas with well-drained soil. The plant has also been cultivated in Qatar for its medicinal and culinary uses, with its seeds and leaves being used to treat various health conditions and as a spice in traditional Qatari cuisine.
White flowers of fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) on roadside of Salwa Road. Qatar, February 14, 2014
Salwa Rd, Ar-Rayyān, Qatar
Dried seeds of fenugreek (Halba from India, Trigonella foenum-graecum) for sale in spice section in Souq Waqif (Old Market). Doha, Qatar, December 23, 2014Abdullah Bin Jassim Street, Doha, Qatar
Dry fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum)(?) for sale in spice section in Souq Waqif (Old Market). Doha, Qatar, December 23, 2014Abdullah Bin Jassim Street, Doha, Qatar
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) near Al Jamiaa Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, January 12, 2016Al Jamiaa St, Doha, Qatar
Blooming fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) taken from Al Jamiaa Street in Onaiza area. Doha, Qatar, January 12, 2016Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) has been observed growing on the roadside of Salwa Road in Qatar, with white flowers present in February. The plant has also been spotted near Al Jamiaa Street in Onaiza area, where it was blooming in January. Additionally, fenugreek seeds and dried plants are available for sale in the spice section of Souq Waqif (Old Market) in Doha. The seeds, known as Halba, are imported from India, while the dried plants may be locally sourced. The presence of fenugreek in various parts of Qatar suggests that it is able to thrive in the country's environment. Observations have been made over several years, with sightings in 2014 and 2016, indicating that the plant is a persistent presence in Qatar.
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