Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hermannii
ID:
193312

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fantz

Source:
ildis

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Sida8: 304 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192641



Common Names

  • Hermannii Clitoria
  • Clitoria hermannii
  • Hermannii's Clitoria


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Description

Clitoria hermannii (also called Hermann's Butterfly Pea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a woody stem and blue flowers with a yellow center. It grows in tropical and subtropical regions, in open to semi-shaded habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Clitoria hermannii is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clitoria hermannii is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clitoria hermannii is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Clitoria hermannii

Clitoria hermannii can be found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil.

Clitoria hermannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clitoria hermannii?

Clitoria hermannii

What is the common name of Clitoria hermannii?

Hermann's Clitoria

Where is Clitoria hermannii native to?

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