Descriptions

It is a vigorous climbing or trailing legume with long, woody stems. It has large, trifoliate leaves with broad, ovate leaflets that are smooth and shiny. The plant produces striking, pendulous clusters of purple or violet flowers, which are pea-like and fragrant. It forms long, flattened pods covered with stiff, irritating hairs. These pods eventually turn brown and contain multiple seeds.

Flowering & Fruiting Period

July - October

Use(s)

It is used in traditional medicine to treat Parkinson’s disease, infertility, and digestive disorders.