Chickpea plant
Cicer arietinum, or Chickpea, is a hardy herb growing 0.3-0.6m, prefers loamy, well-drained soil, full sun, and produces edible seeds with medicinal uses.
Habit
Herb
Height
30-100 cm
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well-drained, sandy loam
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Middle East
Climatic Condition
Arid, Semi-Arid
Temperature (°)
15-30°C
Humidity (%)
40-60%
Potting media
Organic compost, mulch
Fertilizers
NPK 10:20:20, potassium
Watering
Moderate watering
Plant Weight
200-500 g
Flowering Time
Spring, Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
0.5-2 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Annual (1 season)
Health Benefits
High in protein, good for heart health
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 30% compost, 20% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 3 weeks with balanced fertilizer..
Common Diseases and Remedies
Ascochyta Blight, Fusarium Wilt, Root Rot, Pod Borer, Leaf Miner
Dark spots on leaves, stems, and pods, Yellowing and wilting of plants ,Yellowing, wilting, Holes in pods, damaged seeds, Squiggly lines on leaves
Crop rotation, remove affected plants, apply neem oil, Crop rotation, apply organic mulch, Improve soil drainage, avoid overwatering ,Neem oil, pheromone traps, Prune affected leaves, neem oil
Fungicides with copper or mancozeb, Fungicides with thiophanate-methyl, Fungicides with metalaxyl, Insecticides containing pyrethroids ,Insecticides with spinosad
HEALTH BENEFITS
· High in protein and fiber, promoting satiety and gut health.
· Supports heart health by lowering bad cholesterol (LDL).
· Helps regulate blood sugar due to its low glycemic index.
· Rich in iron, folate, and magnesium, benefiting blood health