Clitoria ternata
Butterfly Pea
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Clitoria ternata Butterfly Pea
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From tropical Asia. It gets it's name from the resemblance to intimate parts of the human anatomy. The flowers are presented upside down - the "keel" petal appears on the top rather than the underside. Treat as an annual in all but the warmest climates. Easy to grow from seed and blooms the first year. Full sun, fertile, moist but well drained loamy soil. Provide support for the twining stems.
| Temperature Rating | Annual |
| Type | Twiner to 12' |
| Flower Color | Blue |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Placement | Sun |
| Culture | loamy soil |
| Native | Tropical Asia |
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Thursday March 13, 2003 06:46 PM
