Asian Pigeonwings Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea)

You will get 12 seeds of Clitoria ternatea, ASIAN PIGEONWINGS BUTTERFLY PEA for planting.

Clitoria ternatea, also known as Asian pigeonwings or butterfly pea, is a blue variety of the pea plant native to tropical Asia. Its flowers resemble the shape of human female genitals, which is reflected in its Latin name. This plant is cultivated for its beautiful flowers, used in traditional medicine for memory enhancement and stress relief, and also used as a natural food coloring in Southeast Asian cuisine.

Scarification: Nick or file through seed coat. Soak in water 24 hours or until seed has expanded considerably.

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/4 deep, keep moist