Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea) – Shankhapushpa

Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea) – Shankhapushpa

The Butterfly Pea, scientifically known as Clitoria ternatea and popularly known as Shankhapushpa, is a fast-growing flowering climber admired for its vibrant blue flowers and lush green foliage. This beautiful ornamental plant is perfect for decorating fences, trellises, balconies, pergolas, and garden walls, adding natural beauty and elegance to any outdoor space. Its flowers are also widely valued for preparing herbal tea and as a natural food coloring.

Benefits

• Produces stunning, vibrant blue flowers that enhance the beauty of any garden.
• Easy to grow and low-maintenance, making it ideal for fences, trellises, balconies, and pergolas.

Plant Care

Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade (4–6 hours of sunlight daily)
Watering: Water regularly and keep the soil slightly moist. Avoid overwatering and waterlogging.
Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter