Butterfly Pea Plant - Asian pigeon wings - Clitoria ternatea (White)

Butterfly Pea Plant - Asian pigeon wings - Clitoria ternatea (White)

Introducing Butterfly Pea Plant - Asian pigeon wings - Clitoria ternatea (White). Commonly known as bluebellvine, blue pea, butterfly pea, cordofan pea and Darwin pea, this plant species belongs to the family Fabaceae. The flowers are white in color and bloom all year round.

For optimal growth, the plant should be watered twice a day and receive 3-6 hours of indirect bright sunlight. The soil composition should be 60% red soil and 40% cocopeat with rich organic fertilizer. Fertilizer should be applied every 7 days and vermicompost every 15 days. Avoid using harmful chemicals and salty or chlorinated water.

In some cultures, the flowers are used to color the rice while cooking. In India, it is revered as a holy flower, used in daily puja rituals. Having a colorful Butterfly Pea Plant in your garden is a must!