Clitoria falcata, commonly known as Sickle Pigeonwings, Sicklepod Butterfly Pea, or Sickle-Winged Butterfly Pea, is a perennial vine native to a variety of habitats including tropical rainforests, forest edges, and disturbed areas in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows at a moderate rate to a height of 3-6 feet (0.9-1.8 meters) and a width of 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters). This vine is characterized by its twining stems and distinctive, sickle-shaped leaves. The flowers are notably showy, with vibrant blue or purple petals and a unique, inflated shape that is attractive to pollinators, blooming profusely in the summer and fall.

Sickle Pigeonwings is valued for its ornamental flowers, which can add a tropical flair to gardens. It is often used in trellises, arbors, and as a cover for fences due to its climbing habit. In cultivation, it thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers medium or fast-draining soils, including clay, loam, or sandy types, with regular watering to maintain moderate soil moisture. While it is not commonly known for significant pest or disease problems, it can be potentially invasive outside its native range, so gardeners should consult local regulations before planting.CC BY-SA 4.0