Alfalfa Seeds (Lucerne Grass)

Alfalfa is also known as Lucerne in India, and has several regional names like Rijika, Kudhirai Masal, Guniea grass, Lasunghas, Vilayati Methi, and Lusarne Soppu. Alfalfa is a perennial plant mainly grown to feed animals. It's a high-protein feed that helps animals stay healthy and produce more milk.

Of course! Spring, late summer, and autumn are the best to sow Alfalfa seeds. Just sprinkle the seeds evenly at a depth of 0.25 - 0.5 inches in clay soil and cover it with more soil. It's imperative that the soil is moist at all times as the seeds soak up water almost 125% of their weight before they swell and rupture the seed coat. Sprouts will appear within 7 - 10 days.

The superfood and powerhouse of nutrients, Alfalfa seeds are rich in vitamins A, C, E, and K known to control blood sugar and lower cholesterol levels. Apart from being beneficial for digestive health and providing fiber, these seeds are great for immune function due to their high antioxidant content. In addition, the minerals like iron, copper, and magnesium present in the seeds boost overall health and well-being.

No, Fenugreek and Alfalfa are different plants. Though both are nutritious legumes, Fenugreek is an annual one while Alfalfa is a perennial. Another remarkable difference is that Fenugreek has bloat-free effects in ruminants while Alfalfa seeds can induce lethal bloats in ruminants. Fenugreek seeds are consumed as a spice to improve the flavor and nutritive value of the food, on the other hand, sprouted Alfalfa is widely consumed in salads.