Atlantic Pigeonwings (Clitoria mariana)

Family: Leguminosae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Clitoria mariana is a PERENNIAL CLIMBER growing to 0.8 m (2ft 7in) by 0.8 m (2ft 7in) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: neutral soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None Known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry open forests, shale barrens, and rocky or sandy woodlands. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)