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arrowleaf butterfly pea

Scientific Name: Centrosema sagittatum

Family: Fabaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Vine, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Arrowleaf Butterfly Pea (Centrosema sagittatum)

The plant known as Arrowleaf Butterfly Pea is scientifically classified as Centrosema sagittatum. It's a perennial vine or forb/herb belonging to the genus Centrosema. It is also referred to as sagittate butterfly-pea.

Considerations for Pets

  • As a vine, Centrosema sagittatum may present a tangling hazard for small pets.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Centrosema sagittatum (Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) Brandegee ex Riley
  • Genus: Centrosema (DC.) Benth.
  • Family: Fabaceae (pupini&#371 (Fabaceae) &#353eimos vijokli&#371 augal&#371 gentis.)
  • Synonyms: Centrosema sagittatum (Willd.) Brandeg. ex Riley

Common Names

  • Arrowleaf Butterfly Pea
  • Sagittate Butterfly-pea
  • Gallinitas (Spanish)
  • Pineland Butterfly Pea
  • Sand Butterfly Pea

Distribution and Habitat

Centrosema sagittatum is found in various locations including:

  • Antarctica
  • Belize
  • Brazil
  • Colombia
  • Cuba
  • Ecuador
  • Florida, United States
  • Southeastern United States

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Life Span: Perennial
  • Structure: Vine, Forb/herb
  • Requires full sun (Sole pieno). A stake could be useful to secure a thin trunk and keep it erect.

Ecological Role

The text indicates that this plant can be commonly found in specific environments, as are "frequent pinelands" although not directly referencing this plant, the relative plant; Centrosema virginianum has this distinction.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The text mentions that this plant can be found in locations where butterflies reside.

Uses

  • Arrowleaf Sida stems (not Centrosema sagittatum) make high-quality fiber used for cordage, sacking, and other purposes.
  • Butterfly Pea leaves are inedible, but the flowers are sometimes used in cuisine (the text does not specify if the flowers of Centrosema sagittatum are used).

Further Information

  • Species 2000 database
  • Discover Life: Discover Life
  • ITIS: Integrated Taxonomic Information System (TSN 501357)
  • USDA Plants Database: plants.usda.gov