Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterophylla
ID:
197238

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1786

Citation Micro:
Encycl.2: 51 (1786)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000196567



Common Names

  • Heterophylla Clitoria
  • Heterophylla Clitoria Vine
  • Heterophylla Clitoria


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Synonyms

  • Clitoria pedunculata Bojer ex Benth. [valid]
  • Ternatea heterophylla Kuntze [valid]
  • Ternatea pedunculata (Bojer ex Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Clitoria heterophylla heterophylla [unknown]
  • Clitoria heterophylla pedunculata (Bojer ex Benth.) Fantz [valid]
  • Nauchea heterophylla Descourt. [valid]

Description

Clitoria heterophylla (also called Variable-leaved clitoria, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Clitoria heterophylla is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used as a source of fiber for making rope, paper, and other materials.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clitoria heterophylla has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a five-lobed calyx. The seed is a small, flat, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clitoria heterophylla can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Clitoria heterophylla

Clitoria heterophylla is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in coastal areas.

Clitoria heterophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clitoria heterophylla?

Clitoria heterophylla

What is the common name of Clitoria heterophylla?

Heterophylla jade vine

What is the natural habitat of Clitoria heterophylla?

Tropical rainforests of the Philippines

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