BUTTERFLY PEA
(noun)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the phrase
Butterfly Pea.
Butterfly Pea - as a noun
Vine of tropical asia having pinnate leaves and bright blue flowers with yellow centers
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blue peaclitoria turnateaLarge-flowered wild twining vine of southeastern and central united states having pale blue flowers
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clitoria marianaLarge-flowered weakly twining or prostrate vine of new jersey to tropical eastern north america, sometimes cultivated for its purple and white flowers
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
centrosema virginianumExample Sentences
"The butterfly pea plant is known for its vibrant blue flowers."
"In traditional medicine, butterfly pea is often used to treat inflammation."
"The extract of butterfly pea flowers is used as a natural food coloring."
"The butterfly pea plant is also known as Clitoria ternatea."
"Many people grow butterfly pea in their gardens for its ornamental value."