Fenugreek is an annual plant in the family Fabaceae, with leaves consisting of three small obovate to oblong leaflets. It is cultivated worldwide as a semiarid crop. Fenugreekplanthistory dates back at least to around 4,000 BC. Its name is derived from its Latin name, Trigonella foenum graecum, meaning 'Greek hay... Fenugreekplanthistory. dates back at least to around 4000 BC. Its name is derived from its Latin name, Trigonella foenum-graecum, meaning Greek hay, in reference to the Greek tradition. This fact sheet provides basic information about fenugreek—common names, usefulness and safety, and resources for more information. Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) is an annual herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family, characterized by an erect growth habit reaching 30–60 cm tall, with light green, oval... An average fenugreekplant grows up to two to three feet tall. The seedpods of this plant contain about 10 to 20 small, yellowish-brown, aromatic, and pungent seeds. Plantfenugreek in the spring. Sow the seeds in well-draining soil and in a spot that gets full sun. Sprinkle the seeds over the soil and cover them with ¼ in (0.6 cm) of soil. Fenugreek is indigenous to western Asia and southeastern Europe. Now it is grown in India, Morocco, Egypt and England. The herb can grow to be about two feet tall. Known as methi in India, where its is highly value as a medicinal and culinary herbs, fenugreek is a versatile plant, with a long history of medicinal applications. I'll be trying to grow out Fenugreek for the first time this year. So.grown out, how does that fare for y'all?