Botanical name: Clitoria ternatea

Common names: pigeonwings, bluebellvine, blue pea, butterfly pea, cordofan pea and Darwin pea

Butterfly pea flowers can be used as a natural food and drink dye, as well as a colorant in cosmetics and soaps. It gives a deep blue color that turns a vibrant violet if introduced to an acid such as lemon juice. Butterfly pea flower has also been touted for helping to support healthy skin and general wellness when used topically or consumed as a tea or tincture.