Botanical Name: Clitoria ternatea
Butterfly pea flower comes from Clitoria ternatea, a perennial, herbaceous climbing vine native to Southeast Asia and now cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. The plant features slender, twining stems that support its growth along fences, trellises, or other structures.
Its leaves are compound and pinnate, typically consisting of 5–7 smooth, oval leaflets arranged in opposite pairs along a central stem. The flowers are the plant’s most striking feature—large, showy, and vividly colored. Most commonly a deep indigo blue with a lighter throat, the blossoms are papilionaceous, meaning they have the distinctive “butterfly” shape characteristic of the pea family (Fabaceae). White and purple-flowered varieties are also known.
After flowering, Clitoria ternatea produces slender, elongated seed pods, each containing several round, dark seeds. The plant’s root system is fibrous and adapted to warm, well-drained soils.
The loose-leaf form of butterfly pea refers to the dried flower petals, prized for their natural blue pigment, delicate earthy aroma, and versatility in teas and culinary preparations.
NtWt 2 oz
Caution:
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Keep out of reach of children.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed.
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