clitoria
Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of tropical flowering plants: "Clitoria" is the scientific name for a genus of plants, primarily shrubs or vines, belonging to the legume family (Fabaceae). They are characterized by having pinnate leaves and showy, often blue, axillary flowers.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The butterfly pea, a species of Clitoria, is known for its vibrant blue flowers.
- Clitoria ternatea is a common species used in traditional medicine and as a natural food colorant.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical taxonomy: The term is used formally to classify and discuss this specific genus within scientific literature.
- The study focused on the phylogenetic relationships within the genus Clitoria.
Variants and Related Words
- Clitoral (adj): Pertaining to the clitoris. (Note: This is a homograph with a completely different meaning from the botanical term "Clitoria". They are not related etymologically in modern usage.)
- Butterfly pea: A common name for , a specific species within this genus.
Synonyms
- Genus Clitoria: The full taxonomic designation.
- Butterfly pea plant (for ): A common name for the most well-known species.
Related Terms (Botanical Context)
- Fabaceae: The legume or pea family, to which this genus belongs.
- Pinnate leaves: A leaf shape common in this genus, with leaflets arranged on either side of a central stem.
- Axillary flowers: Flowers that grow from the axil (the angle between the leaf stem and the plant stem).
Noun
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genus of tropical shrubs or vines having pinnate leaves and large axillary flowers
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