Status:
valid
Authors:
Bornm.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier, sér. 2, 5: 969 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189149
Common Names
- Cicer kermanense
- Kermanense Cicer
- Kerman Chickpea
Description
Cicer kermanense (also called 'Kerman Chickpea', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Kerman region of Iran and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cicer kermanense is used as a food crop and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cicer kermanense is white, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, black, round seed, about 0.5 cm in diameter. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green stems and small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cicer kermanense is a perennial herbaceous plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is by seed or division of established plants.
Where to Find Cicer kermanense
Cicer kermanense is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.
Cicer kermanense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cicer kermanense?
Cicer kermanense
What is the common name of Cicer kermanense?
Kerman chickpea
What is the habitat of Cicer kermanense?
Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas
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