Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laurifolia
ID:
179872

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poir.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
J.B.A.M.de Lamarck, Encycl., Suppl. 2: 301 (1811)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179201



Common Names

  • Laurel-Leaf Clitoria
  • Laurel-Leaf Butterfly Pea
  • Laurel-Leaf Blue Pea


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Synonyms

  • Neurocarpum cajanifolium C.Presl [valid]
  • Martiusia laurifolia (Poir.) Britton [valid]
  • Clitoria cajanifolia (C.Presl) Benth. [valid]
  • Clitoria cajanifolia latifolia Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Clitoria erecta Roxb. [valid]
  • Lotus fluminensis Vell. [valid]
  • Neurocarpum blanchetianum DC. [unknown]
  • Neurocarpum blanchetianum Moric. [unknown]
  • Neurocarpum emarginatum Moric. [unknown]
  • Neurocarpum erectum Voigt [valid]
  • Neurocarpum janensis Desv. [unknown]
  • Neurocarpum laurifolium (Poir.) Desv. [valid]
  • Neurocarpum retusum Hassk. [valid]
  • Ternatea laurifolia (Poir.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Clitoria vaupellii J.Graham [valid]
  • Neurocarpum janense Desv. [valid]
  • Clitoria parvifolia Pittier [invalid]
  • Clitoria cajanifolia glabrior Benth. [valid]
  • Clitoria laurifolia laurifolia [unknown]
  • Clitoria laurifolia glabrior (Benth.) Fantz [unknown]

Description

Clitoria laurifolia (also called laurel-leaf clitoria, wild lupine, and blue lupine, among many other common names) is a perennial legume native to the western United States. It grows in a variety of habitats, including disturbed sites, woodlands, and prairies. It has a low-growing, bushy habit and produces blue-purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Clitoria laurifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Clitoria laurifolia for. parvifolia (Taub. ex Engl.) Fantz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clitoria laurifolia has bright blue flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have two leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clitoria laurifolia is a perennial plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is a fast-growing, low-maintenance plant that is easy to propagate by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. The plants should be spaced at least 20 cm apart and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Clitoria laurifolia

Clitoria laurifolia is native to South America. It is found in open areas, such as grasslands and roadsides.

Clitoria laurifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clitoria laurifolia?

Clitoria laurifolia

What is the common name of Clitoria laurifolia?

Laurel-Leaved Clitoria

What is the natural habitat of Clitoria laurifolia?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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