Status:
valid
Authors:
Fenzl
Source:
ildis
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
J.von Russegger, Reisen1: 892 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210532
Common Names
- Cicer floribundum
- Flowery Chickpea
- Wild Chickpea
Description
Cicer floribundum (also called 'showy chickpea', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cicer floribundum is used for fodder, fuel, and erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Cicer floribundum var. floribundum
Cicer floribundum var. amanicola M.Öztürk & A.Duran
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cicer floribundum has small, white, fragrant flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have compound leaves with two to four leaflets.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cicer floribundum is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained, slightly acidic soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Cicer floribundum
Cicer floribundum is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.
Cicer floribundum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cicer floribundum?
Cicer floribundum
What is the common name of Cicer floribundum?
Flowery Cicer
What is the family of Cicer floribundum?
Fabaceae
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