Fabaceae
Chickpea: Edible Plant
Cicer arietinum
Requires full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established but prefers regular watering without waterlogging.
Every 10 days
Direct sun
10° - 35°C
30% - 60%
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What is Chickpea?
Chickpea (Cicer arietinum) is a medium-care plant from the Fabaceae family. Cicer arietinum, commonly known as the chickpea, is an annual herbaceous plant in the legume family. It features branched stems and small leaves with serrated edges. It is a fundamental crop in the Mediterranean and global diets due to its high protein content and its ability to fix nitrogen in the...
Chickpea grows up to 60cm, spread of 40cm, watering every 10 days, 10°C â 35°C, 30â60% humidity. It is not suitable for indoor environments and safe for pets.
Unlike many popular species, Chickpea is safe to keep around pets.
How to Care for Chickpea?
TLDR: Chickpea needs Direct sun, watering every 10 days, and temperatures between 10-35°C with 30-60% humidity.
How Often Should You Water Chickpea?
Water at the base to avoid wetting the foliage, which reduces the risk of fungal diseases.
How Much Light Does Chickpea Need?
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal pod production.
What Is the Best Soil for Chickpea?
Prefers loamy or sandy soils; avoid heavy clay soils that retain too much moisture.
What Pot Should You Use for Chickpea?
A deep pot of at least 8 inches (20 cm) to allow for the development of the taproot.
Care Schedule
Fertilize
Every 30 days
What Is Chickpea and Where Does It Come From?
Cicer arietinum, commonly known as the chickpea, is an annual herbaceous plant in the legume family. It features branched stems and small leaves with serrated edges. It is a fundamental crop in the Mediterranean and global diets due to its high protein content and its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil.
How to Propagate Chickpea?
Direct sowing
- Avoid transplanting, as the roots are sensitive to movement.
- Ensure the soil is not too cold when sowing.
- 1 Seed preparation
Soak the seeds in water for 12-24 hours before sowing to accelerate germination.
- 2 Sowing
Plant at a depth of 1-2 inches (3-5 cm) in moist, well-drained soil.
- 3 Spacing
Maintain a distance of 6 inches (15 cm) between plants to allow for air circulation.
Materials needed:
How Big Does Chickpea Grow?
TLDR: Chickpea can reach up to 60cm tall with Medium growth rate.
Max height
60cm
Spread
40cm
Growth rate
Medium
Foliage
Deciduous
Plant Uses
Edible
Can be consumed
Medicinal
Medicinal properties
Medicinal Uses
- Natural diuretic
- High fiber content for digestive health
- Cholesterol regulation
Culinary Uses
- Hummus
- Stews and soups
- Chickpea flour
- Salads
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Meaning & Symbolism
Represents nutrition, resilience, and the fertility of the earth.
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