Plants of Ancient Pompeii: Lentil (Lens culinaris aka Lens esculenta)
Karen Lentil is an annual and a member of the bean family, Fabaceae, that also includes lupines, alfalfa, and black locust. It was first domesticated in the Fertile Crescent by 6,000…
Plant Profile: Lentil (Lens culinaris aka Lens esculenta)
Lentil is a cool season annual domesticated in the Fertile Cresent and dating back to 7500-6500 BC. It is a member of the bean family, Fabaceae, that also includes means,…
Plants of the Bible: Lentil (Lens culinaris aka Lens esculenta)
Lentil is a cool season annual domesticated in the Fertile Cresent and dating back to 7500-6500 BC. The many branched plants grow 12-20″ tall may be erect or spreading. The…