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Strongylodon macrobotrys
Strongylodon macrobotrys, commonly known as jade vine, emerald vine or turquoise jade vine, is a species of leguminous perennial liana, a native of the tropical forests of the Philippines, with stems that can reach up to 18 m in length. Its local name is Tayabak. A member of the Fabaceae, it is closely related to beans such as kidney bean and runner bean. Strongylodon macrobotrys is pollinated by birds and bat's. [wikipedia.org]
We found this particular cluster of flowers while traversing the Maria Makiling Trail of Mt. Makiling, CALABARZON, Philippines.
Spotted on Apr 20, 2019
Submitted on Apr 20, 2019
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