Description
Jacquemontia confusa (also called Blue Clustervine, among many other common names) is an evergreen, 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 confusa 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 confusa 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.