Fabaceae

Clitoria ternatea

Butterfly Pea

Liana

Common speciesNotes pending review

Size

Quantity

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About

This vigorous liana is celebrated for its striking, deep blue flowers, often with yellow or white markings, that resemble a butterfly. Its beautiful blossoms are not only ornamental but also edible, commonly used to make vibrant blue tea, food colouring, and in traditional medicine.

Where it works in Kilifi

Ideal for training over trellises, arbours, or fences in full sun, this plant thrives in most well-drained Kilifi soils. It can also be used as an attractive groundcover or for quick ornamental screening.

Growing notes

A fast-growing species, it establishes quickly and is drought-tolerant once mature, requiring minimal additional watering in the Kilifi climate. Easy to propagate from seed and generally pest-free, it is a low-maintenance addition to any garden.

Sources

Drafted from: Gemini 2.5 Flash. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.