BUTTERFLY PEA VARIETY
There are several varieties of butterfly pea, each with their own unique characteristics. Here are a few of the most popular varieties:
Blue Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea):
This is the most common variety, known for its bright blue flowers that are often used to make tea or dye.
White Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea var. Alba):
This variety produces white flowers instead of blue, and is less commonly grown than the blue variety.
Red Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea var. Pleniflora):
This variety has red flowers instead of blue, and is often grown as an ornamental plant.
Thai Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea var. Siamensis):
This variety is native to Thailand and produces blue flowers that are often used in traditional Thai cuisine.
Andean Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea var. Lutea):
This variety produces yellow flowers instead of blue, and is native to the Andes region of South America.
