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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

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Botanical Information

Scientific NameClitoria ternatea
Common NameAparajita
FamilyFabaceae
GenusClitoria

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Pests & Diseases

  • Aphids
  • Whiteflies
  • Spider mites
  • Mealybugs
  • Thrips
  • Leaf spot
  • Root rot
  • Powdery mildew
  • Rust
Additional Notes Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is the national flower of Malaysia and a popular ornamental plant used in hedges, borders, and containers.