Strongylodon macrobotrys
Jade vine
A spectacular tropical plant, the jade vine impresses with its long clusters of turquoise flowers in rare colors.
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A tropical climbing plant, the jade vine is known for its pendulous inflorescences with unique blue-green hues.
Famille :
Fabaceae
Origine géographique :
philippines
Taille :
Liana that can reach 10 to 20 meters
Floraison :
February to May (tropical climate/Antilles)
Habitat :
Tropical rainforests
Classe :
Magnoliopsida (Dicotyledons)
Ordre :
Fabales
A unique flowering in the plant world
The jade vine is a tropical plant that is famous for its long clusters of pendulous flowers that can reach one meter in length. Its turquoise color is rare in the plant world and naturally attracts attention.
In its natural environment, this plant is pollinated by bats. Like the Clitoria, it belongs to the Fabaceae family. It appreciates warmth, humidity, and solid support to grow.
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