Clitoria (Noun)
Meaning
Genus of tropical shrubs or vines having pinnate leaves and large axillary flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Clitoria is a genus of tropical shrubs or vines commonly found in Asia and the Pacific Islands.
- The most common species in the Clitoria genus are Clitoria ternatea and Clitoria mariana, known for their large flowers.
- The butterfly pea is another name for Clitoria ternatea due to its distinctive pea-like flowers that attract butterflies.
- The blue color of Clitoria flowers can range in shade, depending on the species, and often is more prominent in morning sunlight.
- A characteristic feature of Clitoria flowers is the color pattern resembling the shape of an eye.