Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearis
ID:
193339

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris)3: 108 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192668



Common Names

  • Butterfly Pea
  • Linear Clitoria
  • Blue Pea


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Description

Clitoria linearis (also called Linear Butterfly Pea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. 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 linearis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clitoria linearis 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 linearis is an evergreen shrub that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be taken.

Where to Find Clitoria linearis

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

Clitoria linearis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clitoria linearis?

Clitoria linearis

What is the common name of Clitoria linearis?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Clitoria linearis?

It is native to tropical rainforests in 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