Clitoria densiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.2: 41 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165597
Common Names
- Densiflora Clitoria
- Butterfly Pea
- Blue Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Clitoria burkartii Rizzini [valid]
- Clitoria densiflora mucronulata Hassl. [unknown]
- Neurocarpum densiflorum Benth. [valid]
- Ternatea densiflora Kuntze [valid]
- Clitoria densiflora mucronata Hassl. [valid]
Description
Clitoria densiflora (also called dense-flowered clitoria, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a slender, erect stem and oblong-lanceolate leaves. It is found in moist, sandy soils and is often found in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Clitoria densiflora is used as an ornamental plant, for its aesthetic value and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a shade tree and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Clitoria densiflora has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Clitoria densiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established.
Where to Find Clitoria densiflora
Clitoria densiflora is native to Central and South America.
Clitoria densiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clitoria densiflora?
Clitoria densiflora
What is the common name of Clitoria densiflora?
Dense-flowered Clitoria
What is the natural habitat of Clitoria densiflora?
It is found in wet forests in the Amazon Basin of South America
Species in the Clitoria genus
Clitoria fairchildiana, Clitoria amazonum, Clitoria arborea, Clitoria arborescens, Clitoria brachycalyx, Clitoria brachystegia, Clitoria cordobensis, Clitoria coriacea, Clitoria dendrina, Clitoria densiflora, Clitoria epetiolata, Clitoria fragrans, Clitoria glaberrima, Clitoria humilis, Clitoria leptostachya, Clitoria mariana, Clitoria monticola, Clitoria nana, Clitoria nervosa, Clitoria obidensis, Clitoria polystachya, Clitoria pozuzoensis, Clitoria selloi, Clitoria snethlageae, Clitoria triflora, Clitoria guianensis, Clitoria mexicana, Clitoria simplicifolia, Clitoria falcata, Clitoria kaessneri, Clitoria laurifolia, Clitoria ternatea, Clitoria javitensis, Clitoria australis, Clitoria annua, Clitoria cordiformis, Clitoria andrei, Clitoria canescens, Clitoria cavalcantei, Clitoria cearensis, Clitoria flagellaris, Clitoria flexuosa, Clitoria froesii, Clitoria hanceana, Clitoria hermannii, Clitoria irwinii, Clitoria javanica, Clitoria juninensis, Clitoria kaieteurensis, Clitoria lasciva,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Clitoria densiflora (Benth.) Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.