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Clitoria ternatea

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Clitoria ternatea, commonly known as Shankhupushpam , Asian pigeonwings, bluebellvine, blue pea, butterfly pea, cordofan pea, or Darwin pea, is a plant species belonging to the family Fabaceae and native to the Indonesian island of Ternate. In Indian Ayurveda it is commonly known by the name aparajita.

FamilyFabaceae
GenusClitoria
NativeAsia
LifespanPerennial

History & Culture

History, cultural references, and traditional context for Clitoria ternatea.

Historical Background

Clitoria ternatea, commonly known as Shankhupushpam , Asian pigeonwings, bluebellvine, blue pea, butterfly pea, cordofan pea, or Darwin pea, is a plant species belonging to the family Fabaceae and native to the Indonesian island of Ternate. In Indian Ayurveda it is commonly known by the name aparajita.

    Cultural Significance

    Timeline: Journey Through Time

    Aparajita has cultural context that is still being expanded.