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 Purple Multipetal Aparajita (Clitoria ternatea) – Seeds

The Purple Multipetal Aparajita is a special variety of the Butterfly Pea Vine (Clitoria ternatea), known for its striking Purple flowers with multiple layers of petals. Unlike the common single-petal type, this double or multipetal variety looks fuller, more ornamental, and is highly valued in gardens and Ayurveda.
 Plant Profile

 Growing from Seeds

• Soak seeds in water for 1 hours before sowing for faster germination
  
  
• Planting depth: ½ – 1 inch in moist, well-draining soil
  
  
• Germination time: 7–15 days
  
  
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
  
  
• Watering: Moderate, keep soil moist but not waterlogged
  
  
• Support: Provide a trellis, fence, or railing for climbing

 Benefits & Uses

• Ornamental – Stunning rare blue multipetal flowers for vertical gardens
  
  
• Herbal Tea – Used for white Tea (Butterfly Pea Tea), rich in antioxidants, turns purple with lemon
  
  
• Medicinal Uses – In Ayurveda, Aparajita is used for memory, stress relief, and immunity
  
  
• Sacred Plant – Traditionally offered to Lord Vishnu, Shiva, and Goddess Durga in puja

 Why Grow Purple Multipetal Aparajita from Seeds?

• Rare double-petal variety 
  
  
• Easy to grow, fast climber
  
  
• Adds spiritual, ornamental, and medicinal value
  
  
• Seeds can be stored and grown year-round in warm climates