Clitoria ternatea, Butterfly Pea

Max Height: 3-6m Spread: Indefinite

Origin: Asia Family:Fabaceae

Common Name: Butterfly Pea, Asian pigeon wings, blue bell vine, blue pea, butterfly pea, Darwin pea, blue ternat

Flower Colour: Blue Drought Tolerance: Low

Salinity Tolerance: Low Sun Tolerance: High

Wind Tolerance: Medium Water Requirement:Medium

PH Level: Basic Pest Tolerance: High

Disease Tolerance: High Growth Rate: Fast Fragrance: No

Clitoria ternatea, also known as Butterfly Pea, is a species of flowering plant known for its beautiful blue flowers. It is incredibly drought-tolerant and has been used for centuries in herbal medicine due to its many medicinal benefits. Rich in antioxidants, it can reduce inflammation and improve immunity. Its vitamins and minerals make it a great source of nutrition.

Clitoria ternatea (butterfly pea) has attracted significant interest based on its agricultural and medical applications, which range from use as a fodder and nitrogen fixing crop, to applications in food coloring and cosmetics, traditional medicine and as a source of an eco-friendly insecticide.