Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atlanticum
ID:
197298

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coss. ex Maire

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N.19: 42 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196627

Common Names

  • Cicer atlanticum
  • Atlantic Cicer
  • Atlantic Bean

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Synonyms

  • Cicer maroccanum Popov [valid]

Description

Cicer atlanticum (also called Atlantic Chickpea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It grows up to 1 m tall and has a woody stem with a few branches. The leaves are trifoliate, and the flowers are white or pink. It is found in dry forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Cicer atlanticum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a food source and for its fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cicer atlanticum are small and yellow in color. The seeds are small and round and are usually black or dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cicer atlanticum is a tropical perennial shrub that is native to India and Southeast Asia. It is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seeds should be soaked in water for 24 hours before sowing to improve germination.

Where to Find Cicer atlanticum

Cicer atlanticum is native to the Mediterranean region and is not widely cultivated. It is rarely found in nurseries or online retailers.

Cicer atlanticum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cicer atlanticum?

Cicer atlanticum

What family does Cicer atlanticum belong to?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Cicer atlanticum?

Atlantic chickpea

Species in the Cicer genus

Cicer anatolicum, Cicer bijugum, Cicer echinospermum, Cicer macracanthum, Cicer pungens, Cicer rechingeri, Cicer yamashitae, Cicer pinnatifidum, Cicer reticulatum, Cicer songaricum, Cicer flexuosum, Cicer acanthophyllum, Cicer kermanense, Cicer microphyllum, Cicer spiroceras, Cicer stapfianum, Cicer subaphyllum, Cicer tragacanthoides, Cicer fedtschenkoi, Cicer multijugum, Cicer oxyodou, Cicer arietinum, Cicer atlanticum, Cicer canariense, Cicer cuneatum, Cicer nuristanicum, Cicer balcaricum, Cicer baldshuanicum, Cicer grande, Cicer incanum, Cicer korshinskyi, Cicer laetum, Cicer mogoltavicum, Cicer paucijugum, Cicer rassulovae, Cicer floribundum, Cicer heterophyllum, Cicer isauricum, Cicer graecum, Cicer incisum, Cicer montbretii, Cicer uludereensis, Cicer chorassanicum, Cicer luteum, Cicer judaicum, Cicer rasulovae, Cicer incisum, Cicer turcicum,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.