Or Jade Vine, is indigenous to the tropical forests of Philippines. The name reflects the color if its flowers which are either turquoise, jade or blue-green – shaped as a beak or a claw. The head of the flower can reach as much as 3m (9ft) and hold 75 flowers! Interestingly, Jade Vine has evolved to be among others, pollinated by bats who hang on the flower upside down and drink its nectar. Jade Vine flowers are eaten as vegetables in Philippines.
