Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triflora
ID:
166285

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts22: 407 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165614

Common Names

  • Three-Flowered Butterfly Pea
  • Three-Flowered Blue Pea
  • Three-Flowered Asian Pigeonwings

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Description

Clitoria triflora (also called Three-flowered Butterfly Pea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It has bright blue flowers and grows in moist, shady areas. It is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Clitoria triflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clitoria triflora 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Clitoria triflora is a tropical perennial plant native to Central and South America. It is easy to grow and propagate, and can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from the stem or root and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Clitoria triflora

Clitoria triflora is native to the tropical regions of South America. It can be found in the Amazon rainforest, in the Andes Mountains, and in the coastal regions of Brazil.

Clitoria triflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clitoria triflora?

Clitoria triflora

What is the common name of Clitoria triflora?

Butterfly Pea

Where is Clitoria triflora native to?

Southeast Asia

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