Clitoria Ternatea, Gokarna (Blue)

Description

 

Common Name	Asian pigeonwings, bluebellvine, blue pea, butterfly pea, kordofan pea and Darwin pea, Aparajita, Gokarna.
Maximum Reachable Height	15 to 25 feet
Flower Colour	Blue
Bloom Time	June
Difficulty Level	Easy to grow.

Planting And Care

 

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Sunlight

Keep the plant outdoor with bright direct natural light.

soil should be well-drained and rich in organic content for growing the Gokarna plant.

WateringWater the plant when the topsoil (1-2 inches) in the pot feels dry to touch.

Do not overwater the plant.

Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in the winter and rainy seasons.

Application of FertilizerDuring the main growing season (April – August) feed the Gokarna plant with organic fertilizer once a month.

Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.

Re-pottingWhen a plant outgrows in the current pot, re-pot with fresh potting soil and some fertilizer.

Do the repotting late evening and keep the plant in a shady area for 2 to 3 days and then move the plant in its suitable climatic condition.

 

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Plant ProtectionRemove dead, infected, or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.

For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil, or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.

 

Don’t Do overwater the plant especially when the pot does not have drainage holes.

Avoid applying water on flowers and leaves because it may cause fungus infection.

Clitoria Ternatea Care

Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:

Check the moisture in the soil before watering it.

Poke your finger into the soil, if dry then apply water.

Keep the plant in indirect bright light.

Do not re-pot immediately after receiving it.

 

Key requirements to keep the plant healthy:

Sunlight	Bright natural light.
Watering	Water the plant when the topsoil (1-2 inches) in the pot feels dry to touch. Do not overwater the plant. Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in the winter and rainy seasons.
Soil	Well-draining and nutrient-rich.
Temperature	19 to 28 degrees C.
Fertilizer	Apply any organic fertilizer.

Clitoria Ternatea Special Feature

Grown on a support such as a trellis. Weave through a hedge.

Clitoria Ternatea Uses

Ornamental Use:

• The plant is used for an ornamental purpose

Medicinal Use:

• The flowers are mixed with water in a preparation used to treat eye problems
• The roots are bitter, powerfully cathartic, diuretic, and purgative
• The seeds contain fixed oil, a bitter resinous principle, and tannins
• Note: Note: The following information is general guidelines, be sure to ask your healthcare provider for guidelines