Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordiformis
ID:
193232

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fantz

Source:
ildis

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Brittonia31: 116 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192561



Common Names

  • Clitoria Alba
  • Clitoria Cordiformis
  • Ternatea Biflora


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Description

Clitoria cordiformis (also called Heart-shaped 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 cordiformis 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 cordiformis 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 cordiformis is an annual or biennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Clitoria cordiformis

Clitoria cordiformis can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Clitoria cordiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clitoria cordiformis?

Clitoria cordiformis

What is the common name of Clitoria cordiformis?

Heart-shaped clitoria

What is the natural habitat of Clitoria cordiformis?

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