FENUGREEK SEEDS

Plant description Fenugreek seeds

Plant description: A butterflies that smells very spicy. The almost knee-high plant shows typical three-part clovers. The flowers are yellow and stand individually or in pairs. The fruit becomes about 10 cm long, is saber-shaped and up to 20 seeds form in it.
Flowering time: May to June
Origin: In the Mediterranean and Central Asia, the plant grows wild, north of the Alps in cultures. The plant has been used medicinally since ancient times.

Medicinal effects and application of fenugreek seeds

In the past, the seeds were used as a tonic because of their rich content. Also in powdered form to stimulate bowel movement. Fenugreek seeds promote blood circulation and are used to compress nail beds or other superficial suppurations or open legs. Envelopes are also used to soften boils and carbuncles.

Preparation of fenugreek seeds

100 g seeds are coarsely powdered in a mortar, boiled to a pulp with 1 teaspoon of vinegar and a little water. This ointment-like paste is applied thickly to a piece of cloth with a knife, quickly placed on the purulent area and lightly wrapped with a gauze bandage. The bandage is changed every 3 to 4 hours.

Powdered fenugreek seeds are said to have a strengthening and stimulating effect on the stomach. It has therefore tried to use fenugreek seeds as a spice in the kitchen. However, you can only use very little of it (similar to nutmeg) and there is a risk of over-seasoning. Fenugreek seeds are found in numerous spice mixtures, often in combination with curry, the other spices prevent the taste of the seeds from being dominant.