Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subaphyllum
ID:
189824

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.6: 44 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189153

Common Names

  • Kabuli Chickpea
  • Garbanzo Bean
  • Chana

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Description

Cicer subaphyllum (also called 'Subaphyllous Chickpea', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cicer subaphyllum is used as a food crop and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cicer subaphyllum 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cicer subaphyllum 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 subaphyllum

Cicer subaphyllum is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.

Cicer subaphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cicer subaphyllum?

Cicer subaphyllum

What is the common name of Cicer subaphyllum?

Subaphyllous chickpea

What is the habitat of Cicer subaphyllum?

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