Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
179826

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 55 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179155



Common Names

  • Perennial Peanut
  • Arachis Perennis
  • Centro


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Synonyms

  • Centrosema intermedium A.Rich. [valid]
  • Centrosema ferrugineum A.Rich. [valid]
  • Bradburya pubescens (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Clitoria schiedeana Schltdl. [valid]
  • Centrosema galeottii Fantz [valid]
  • Clitoria grandiflora M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]
  • Centrosema salzmannii Benth. [valid]
  • Centrosema virginianum (L.) Benth., p.p. [deprecated]
  • Clitoria pubescens (Benth.) E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Bradburya ferruginea Kuntze [valid]
  • Bradburya schiedeana Rose [valid]
  • Ternatea grandiflora Kuntze [valid]
  • Ternatea schiedeana Kuntze [valid]
  • Centrosema schiedeanum (Schltdl.) R.J.Williams & R.J.Clem. [valid]
  • Clitoria pubescens amphigona E.H.L.Krause [valid]
  • Centrosema salzmannii gracilis Benth. [unknown]
  • Centrosema salzmannii villosum Benth. [unknown]
  • Centrosema grandiflorum (M.Martens & Galeotti) Walp. [illegitimate]

Description

Centrosema pubescens (also called butterfly pea, wild blue lupine, and wild blue pea, among many other common names) is a perennial legume native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It grows in a variety of habitats, including disturbed sites, pastures, and roadsides. It has a low-growing, sprawling habit and produces small, purple-blue flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Centrosema pubescens is a popular ornamental plant, and it is often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant, and it has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. The plant is also known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centrosema pubescens has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centrosema pubescens is a perennial plant that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is a fast-growing, low-maintenance plant that is easy to propagate by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. The plants should be spaced at least 20 cm apart and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Centrosema pubescens

Centrosema pubescens can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including parts of Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Centrosema pubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centrosema pubescens?

Centrosema pubescens

What type of plant is Centrosema pubescens?

A legume

Where is Centrosema pubescens native to?

Tropical regions of the Americas

Species in the Centrosema genus

Centrosema bellum, Centrosema carajasense, Centrosema grazielae, Centrosema acutifolium, Centrosema arenarium, Centrosema arenicola, Centrosema bifidum, Centrosema bracteosum, Centrosema capitatum, Centrosema coriaceum, Centrosema dasyanthum, Centrosema fasciculatum, Centrosema grandiflorum, Centrosema haitiense, Centrosema heteroneura, Centrosema jaraguaensis, Centrosema latidens, Centrosema macranthum, Centrosema macrocarpum, Centrosema pascuorum, Centrosema platycarpum, Centrosema rotundifolium, Centrosema schottii, Centrosema tapirapoanense, Centrosema triquetrum, Centrosema unifoliatum, Centrosema variifolium, Centrosema venosum, Centrosema vetulum, Centrosema vexillatum, Centrosema molle, Centrosema brachypodum, Centrosema angustifolium, Centrosema heptaphyllum, Centrosema brasilianum, Centrosema plumieri, Centrosema pubescens, Centrosema virginianum, Centrosema kermesii, Centrosema sagittatum, Centrosema sagittatum, Centrosema heteroneurum, Centrosema jaraguaense, Centrosema lucia-helenae, Centrosema teresae, Centrosema tetragonolobum, Centrosema sericiflorum,

Species in the Fabaceae family