Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amazonum
ID:
166258

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 51 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165587



Common Names

  • Amazon Clitoria
  • Blue Pea
  • Butterfly Pea


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Synonyms

  • Clitoria acuminata Benth. [valid]
  • Clitoria mucronata Benth. [unknown]
  • Ternatea amazonum Kuntze [valid]
  • Clitoria amazonum vulgaris Fantz [invalid]

Description

Clitoria amazonum (also called Amazon clitoria, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a slender, erect stem and oblong-lanceolate leaves. It is found in moist, sandy soils and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Clitoria amazonum is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for livestock, as a cover crop, and as a soil improver. It is also used for erosion control and weed control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clitoria amazonum is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, dark-brown, flattened, and oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a pair of cotyledons and a pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clitoria amazonum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established.

Where to Find Clitoria amazonum

Clitoria amazonum is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, and Brazil.

Clitoria amazonum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clitoria amazonum?

Clitoria amazonum

What is the common name of Clitoria amazonum?

Amazon Clitoria

What is the natural habitat of Clitoria amazonum?

It is found in wet forests in the Amazon Basin of 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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.