Description
Jacquemontia cayensis (also called Blue Clustervine, among many other common names) is a perennial, twining, woody vine that is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America. It typically grows to 5-10 feet in length and has small, ovate, pointed leaves and small, star-shaped, blue flowers. It is found in dry, open woods, thickets, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Jacquemontia cayensis is a popular ornamental plant, used for its showy, bright blue flowers. It is also used as a groundcover in gardens and as a border plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Jacquemontia cayensis has small, bell-shaped flowers with five white petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have a reddish-brown stem.