Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
annua
ID:
193218

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Graham

Source:
ildis

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Bombay: 47 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192547



Common Names

  • Clitoria Annua
  • Clitoria Annua
  • Annual Butterfly Pea


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Synonyms

  • Clitoria biflora Dalzell [valid]
  • Ternatea biflora (Dalzell) Kuntze [valid]
  • Macrotyloma sar-garhwalensis R.D.Gaur & L.R.Dangwal [unknown]
  • Clitoria annua emarginata S.Yadav & Dhanke [valid]
  • Clitoria annua sekharii M.R.Almeida & N.Chaturv. ex Krishnaraj, N.Mohanan, Th.Davis [valid]

Description

Clitoria annua (also called Annual Clitoria, among many other common names) is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It has a rounded crown, and its leaves are alternate, bipinnate, and bright green. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in dry to moist soils, and in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Clitoria annua is used as a source of firewood, timber, and fodder. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and as a source of tannin for leather tanning.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clitoria annua is a white to yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green calyx. The seed is a flat, brown, oblong-shaped seed, with a smooth surface and a pointed tip. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clitoria annua is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Clitoria annua

Clitoria annua is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is often found in open grasslands and along roadsides.

Clitoria annua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clitoria annua?

Clitoria annua

What is the common name of Clitoria annua?

Annual clitoria

What is the natural habitat of Clitoria annua?

Dry prairies, open woods, and roadsides

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