Jade Vine

Jade Vine (Strongylodon macrobotrys), also known as emerald vine or turquoise jade vine is a leguminous vine native to the Philippines. Locally known as Tayabak, it was discovered in 1841 on Mount Makiling. The stems of this vining flower can reach lengths approaching 60ft as it grows upward, intertwining with tree trunks and branches. The turquoise or green blooms can grow about 10ft long. The beauty and uniqueness of it’s flower make it one of the most expensive in the world.

It blooms usually in April or May. In the wild these attract tropical bats which carry pollen from one plant to another.

Scientific name: Strongyloden macrobotrys
Family: Fabaceae