Özet:
Quantitative information regarding leaf lifetime in chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) is scarce. Data from a field
experiment with a range of planting date and density were analyzed to estimate leaf lifetime and its variation in
chickpea. The experiment was conducted under well-watered conditions. An average leaf lifetime of 23.5
physiological days was estimated. A physiological day is a calendar day with no limitation of photoperiod and
temperature for plant development. Planting date and density did not affect leaf lifetime. The results of this study
can be used in simulation models of chickpea.