Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guianensis
ID:
174716

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aubl.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.2: 40 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174045

Common Names

  • Guiana Clitoria
  • Butterfly Pea
  • Tropical Clitoria

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Synonyms

  • Crotalaria guianensis Aubl. [valid]
  • Clitoria guyanensis (Aubl.) Standl. [unknown]
  • Ternatea guianensis Kuntze [valid]
  • Clitoria guianensis guianensis [unknown]
  • Neurocarpum campestre C.Mart. [unknown]
  • Neurocarpum guianense (Aubl.) Desv. [valid]

Description

Clitoria guianensis (also called Guiana clitoria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family, Fabaceae. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to northern Argentina. It typically grows in moist habitats, such as wet meadows, swamps, and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Clitoria guianensis is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Clitoria guianensis var. subsessilis (Rose) Croat
Clitoria guianensis var. chapadensis (Malme) Fantz
Clitoria guianensis var. guianensis
Clitoria guianensis var. macrocleistogama Fantz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clitoria guianensis has bright blue flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clitoria guianensis can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be thinned to allow for adequate spacing and growth. Water regularly and fertilize monthly.

Where to Find Clitoria guianensis

Clitoria guianensis can be found in South America, from Colombia to Argentina.

Clitoria guianensis FAQ

What is the common name of Clitoria guianensis?

Guianan clitoria

What is the origin of Clitoria guianensis?

Tropical America

What is the growth rate of Clitoria guianensis?

Fast

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.
Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.