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Clitoria ternatea Linn. butterfly pea
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Clitoria ternatea Linn. butterfly pea
From the Botanical Collection of Indian Drawings. Artist unknown. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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This exquisite botanical illustration depicts the beautiful Clitoria ternatea, commonly known as the Butterfly Pea, a captivating flowering plant native to India and other tropical regions. Belonging to the Fabaceae or Legume family, this eudicot is characterized by its unique, vibrant blue flowers, which are reminiscent of the wings of a butterfly. The plant is also referred to as the Crown Pea or Blue Pea, and its name, Clitoria, is derived from the Greek word "kliitoris," meaning "testicle," due to the shape of the seed pods. The illustration showcases the intricate details of the Butterfly Pea's flowers, with their distinctive six petals, six sepals, and six stamens arranged in a symmetrical fashion. The plant's leaves are also illustrated, displaying their pinnate venation and lobed shape. The Butterfly Pea is an essential component of traditional Indian medicine, with various parts of the plant being used to treat ailments such as fever, dysentery, and jaundice. This illustration is from the esteemed Botanical Collection of Indian Drawings held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. The artist remains unknown, but their masterful work showcases the intricacies and beauty of the natural world. The Butterfly Pea is a testament to the rich biodiversity of India and the importance of documenting and preserving it for future generations.
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