Clitoria selloi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.2: 42 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165612
Common Names
- Sello's Butterfly Pea
- Sello's Blue Pea
- Sello's Asian Pigeonwings
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- Ternatea selloi Kuntze [valid]
Description
Clitoria selloi (also called Sello's Butterfly Pea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It has bright blue flowers and grows in moist, shady areas. It is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.
Uses & Benefits
Clitoria selloi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Clitoria selloi has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Clitoria selloi is a tropical perennial plant native to Central and South America. It is easy to grow and propagate, and can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from the stem or root and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Clitoria selloi
Clitoria selloi is native to the tropical regions of Brazil. It can be found in the Amazon rainforest, in the Andes Mountains, and in the coastal regions of Brazil.
Clitoria selloi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clitoria selloi?
Clitoria selloi
What is the common name of Clitoria selloi?
Sello's Clitoria
What is the natural habitat of Clitoria selloi?
It is found in wet forests in the Amazon Basin of 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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Clitoria selloi Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.