Clitoria speciosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cav.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1801
Citation Micro:
Descr. Pl.: 182 (1801)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000611947
Common Names
- Clitoria speciosa
- Butterfly Pea
- Blue Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Clitoria speciosa (also called Showy Butterfly Pea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is a shrub that grows in tropical rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Clitoria speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make blue dye. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-diabetic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clitoria speciosa is white to pale blue in colour, with a yellow centre. The seed is small, round and black in colour. The seedlings are small and green with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Clitoria speciosa is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Clitoria speciosa
Clitoria speciosa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Clitoria speciosa FAQ
What is the common name of Clitoria speciosa?
Showy Clitoria
What is the scientific name of Showy Clitoria?
Clitoria speciosa
What is the native range of Clitoria speciosa?
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
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:486601-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Clitoria speciosa Cav.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.