How does the chick pea reproduce?

The chickpea (Cicer arietinum) is a self-pollinating annual legume. After the flowers are pollinated, the petals wilt and the ovary begins to develop into a pod. The pods are filled with seeds, which are the chickpeas we eat.

The chickpea plant can reproduce both sexually and asexually. Sexual reproduction occurs when pollen from the male flower fertilizes the female ovule. Asexual reproduction occurs when a new plant grows from a vegetative cutting.

Chickpeas are grown in many parts of the world, including the Mediterranean, Middle East, India, and Pakistan. They are a versatile food that can be eaten fresh, cooked, or dried. Chickpeas are a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins and minerals.