Clitoria irwinii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fantz
Source:
ildis
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Brittonia32: 376 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192647
Common Names
- Clitoria irwinii
- Clitoria Irwinii
- Irwinii Clitoria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Clitoria irwinii (also called Irwin's Butterfly Pea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a woody stem and blue flowers with a yellow center. It grows in tropical and subtropical regions, in open to semi-shaded habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Clitoria irwinii is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clitoria irwinii is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Clitoria irwinii is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Clitoria irwinii
Clitoria irwinii can be found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil.
Clitoria irwinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clitoria irwinii?
Clitoria irwinii
What is the common name of Clitoria irwinii?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Clitoria irwinii?
It is native to tropical rainforests in 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
Paul R. Fantz (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fantz' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Clitoria irwinii Fantz: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.