Atlantic Pigeon Wings, Atlantic Pigeonwings, Butterfly Pea, Martiusia mariana
Clitoria mariana (Atlantic Pigeon Wings) is a small perennial vine boasting showy lavender-pink pea-like flowers, 2 in. across (5 cm), with a white central spot. Blooming in early to late summer, the attractive blossoms are borne singly or in clusters of 3 in the leaf axils. Rarely twining near the tips, the erect to ascending or trailing stems are clad with alternately arranged leaves comprised of 3 lance-shaped leaflets. The blossoms give way to flattened legumes with two valves that twist upon dehiscence. Atlantic Pigeon Wings is a short twining vine that can be allowed to sprawl over the ground as an effective ground cover. It can also twine around vertical structures. Its delicate beauty will also add a subtle charm into the woodland garden. Easy to grow, it occurs naturally in sandhills, scrub oak woods, dry pine or pine/hardwood forests, and on roadside banks. Clitoria mariana closely resembles Centrosema virginianum (Spurred Butterfly Pea), which has upside-down flowers, the banner pointing downward, while that of Clitoria stands erect.
Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
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Plant Type | Climbers, Perennials |
Plant Family | Leguminosae |
Common names | Butterfly Pea |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Early, Mid, Late) |
Height |
3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
Spread |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Soil Type | Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Native Plants | Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Midwest, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Northeast, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Southeast, Southwest, Tennessee, Texas, United States, Virginia, West Virginia |
Tolerance | Dry Soil |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Uses | Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Ground Covers |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
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Plant Type | Climbers, Perennials |
Plant Family | Leguminosae |
Common names | Butterfly Pea |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Early, Mid, Late) |
Height |
3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
Spread |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low, Average |
Soil Type | Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Native Plants | Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Midwest, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Northeast, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Southeast, Southwest, Tennessee, Texas, United States, Virginia, West Virginia |
Tolerance | Dry Soil |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Uses | Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Ground Covers |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
How many Clitoria mariana (Atlantic Pigeon Wings) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Clitoria mariana (Atlantic Pigeon Wings) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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