Clitoria macrophylla - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.2: 38 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192669
Common Names
- Large-Leaved Clitoria
- Blue Pea
- Butterfly Pea
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- Neurocarpum macrophyllum Kunth [valid]
- Clitoria acuminata Wall. [unknown]
- Clitoria macrophylla macrophylla [unknown]
- Ternatea macrophylla Kuntze [valid]
- Clitoria macrophylla sericea Fantz [valid]
- Clitoria macrophylla stipulacea Fantz [valid]
Description
Clitoria macrophylla (also called Large-leaved Butterfly Pea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. 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 macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clitoria macrophylla 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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Clitoria macrophylla is an evergreen shrub that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be taken.
Where to Find Clitoria macrophylla
Clitoria macrophylla can be found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil.
Clitoria macrophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clitoria macrophylla?
Clitoria macrophylla
What is the common name of Clitoria macrophylla?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Clitoria macrophylla?
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:486550-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Clitoria macrophylla Wall. ex Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.