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Philippine pigeonwings
Scientific Name: Clitoria fairchildiana
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Clitoria fairchildiana: An Overview
Clitoria fairchildiana, commonly known as Philippine Pigeonwings, is a captivating tree that belongs to the pea family. This plant offers both aesthetic appeal and ecological relevance, making it a noteworthy subject for plant enthusiasts.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Clitoria fairchildiana R. A. Howard
- Common Names: Philippine Pigeonwings, Orchid Tree, Clitorea Tree, Butterfly Pea Tree
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea Family)
- Subfamily: Faboideae
- Rank: Species
Distribution and Habitat
- Origin: Brazil
Morphological Characteristics
- This plant can grow into a small to medium-sized tree, reaching heights of 10-20 feet.
Quirky Facts
- Despite its common name suggesting a Philippine origin, Clitoria fairchildiana actually originates from Brazil.
Ecological Role
- This plant has been studied for its potential use in combination with other leguminous plants like pigeon pea and leucaena for various applications, although the specifics are not detailed in this text.
Further Information
- Additional details about Clitoria fairchildiana can be found on resources like Garden Guides, Gettys Images, AllPosters.com, and various botanical databases such as The Plant List, IPNI, Tropicos, uBio, and GBIF.