butterfly-pea
Clitoria mariana · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Butterfly-pea, scientifically known as Clitoria ternatea (often referred to as Clioria mariaana), is a vibrant climbing legume celebrated for its striking deep-blue flowers. Highly valued in traditional medicine, this versatile plant offers potent antioxidant properties, supporting cognitive health, reducing inflammation, and serving as a natural, mesmerizing food coloring.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Butterfly-Pea · Atlantic Pigeonwings
- Scientific synonyms
- Martiusia Mariana · Nauchea Mariana · 2 more
Names
Common Names
- butterfly-pea
- Atlantic pigeonwings
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Clitoria marianaSynonyms
- Martiusia mariana
- Nauchea mariana
- Ternatea mariana
- Vexillaria mariana
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is further organized into the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Clitoria.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Clitoria | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning across several distinct regions in Asia. In China, it can be found primarily within the South-Central and Southeast territories. Its presence extends into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically within the areas of Assam and the East Himalaya. Additionally, the species is documented in the Indo-China region, particularly in Cambodia. These diverse locations highlight the wide ecological range inhabited by Clitoria mariana.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Cambodia | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| North-Central U.S.A. | Illinois | WCVP |
Chemicals
Clitoria mariana has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | Chemistry & biodiversity (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |