Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cavalcantei
ID:
193236

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fantz

Source:
ildis

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Sida9: 201 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192565



Common Names

  • Cavalcantei Clitoria
  • Clitoria cavalcantei
  • Cavalcantei's Clitoria


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Description

Clitoria cavalcantei (also called Cavalcante's 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 cavalcantei 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

Clitoria cavalcantei has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clitoria cavalcantei is a perennial shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun or partial shade and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots in late summer or autumn and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Clitoria cavalcantei

Clitoria cavalcantei can be found in Brazil.

Clitoria cavalcantei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clitoria cavalcantei?

Clitoria cavalcantei

What is the common name of Clitoria cavalcantei?

Cavalcante's clitoria

What is the natural habitat of Clitoria cavalcantei?

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