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Atlantic Pigeonwings

Clitoria mariana

Photo by flowntheloop
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34.3476, -85.0781

Field Notes

Description:

Native plant from the pea family (Fabaceae). Climbing vine with pinnately trifoliate leaves (smooth and ovate).

Light purple resupinate flowers and long, green, bean-like pods.

Habitat:

Partial sun, well-drained (with good mulch) area near oaks and loblolly pines. Lots of nearby fungi.

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