Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tunuhiensis
ID:
193388

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fantz

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Sida9: 204 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192717

Common Names

  • Tunuhi Clitoria
  • Tunuhi Butterfly Pea
  • Tunuhi Pigeonwings

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Description

Clitoria tunuhiensis (also called Tunuhi Clitoria, among many other common names) is a climbing shrub found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforest floors and along creek beds.

Uses & Benefits

Clitoria tunuhiensis 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

Clitoria tunuhiensis has bright blue flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clitoria tunuhiensis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a container or in the ground. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Clitoria tunuhiensis

Clitoria tunuhiensis can be found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil.

Clitoria tunuhiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clitoria tunuhiensis?

Clitoria tunuhiensis

What is the common name of Clitoria tunuhiensis?

Clitoria

Where is Clitoria tunuhiensis native to?

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