Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa

Common name: chickpea

Family: Fabaceae (Pea)

Distribution: India

IUCN Red list: Not evaluated

Comments: Chickpea is a key ingredient in hummus, chana masala, and can be ground into flour and made into falafel. It is also used in salads, soups and stews. The chickpea is important in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine and in 2016, India produced 64% of the world's total chickpeas.