Clitoria ternatea: Is a perennial climbing

Clitoria ternatea is a perennial climbing or trailing herb, distinguished by its growth from a woody rootstock. The leaves are imparipinnate, typically displaying 2-4 pairs of leaflets and a terminal leaflet. It is a perennial herbaceous plant, with elliptic, obtuse leaves. It grows as a vine or creeper, doing well in moist, neutral soil. Its most striking feature is the color of its flowers, a vivid deep blue; solitary, with light yellow markings. They are about 4 cm ( in) long by 3 cm ( in) wide. Some varieties yield white flowers and pink. It is called Clitoria ternatea, also known as the ' blue tea flower ' or Butterfly Pea. It is a perennial species of the legume family, which generates pods and improves soil fertility while offering long-term sustainable benefits. Clitoria ternatea, commonly known as Butterfly Pea or Aparajita, is a perennial flowering plant with a rich history in traditional medicine, particularly in Ayurveda. It is native to Southeast Asia but is now found in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide.