This perennial vine has fragrant flowers reminiscent of hyacinths. The buds, especially have a distinctive curled shape, giving rise to the common names "corkscrew vine", "snail vine", "snail creeper", or "snail bean". This vine is hardy in zones 9 and above, liking full sun and consistently damp soil. It prefers high heat and humidity and can become invasive if these conditions are met. In colder zones, it does well in a pot if it is overwintered inside.
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The curls reminded me of my hair when I was a kid, but they are gone now.
ReplyDeleteI am not sure if I have seen this before, but they are so lovely!
It is lovely, but i don't think i've seen it here in the tropics. I wish you have shown the pods or the leaves!
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What a fascinating plant - a delightful blend of colour tones. Thanks for sharing (and hosting) Nick.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous flower (sadly not one I'll likely see in reality).
ReplyDeleteThis beauty is on my wish list. Haven't ever seen it up here in the nurseries or markets, but I'm still looking.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful flower!
ReplyDeleteMany friends grow exotic plants; plants like grapes.
We live in Zone 5
Thanks for sharing
Wow! Where do you FIND this stuff? Looks like something from the Marvelous Land of Oz - lol! Great photo, and thanks for sharing a new flower with us!
ReplyDeletea delightful flower! this looks familiar but i couldn't remember the name of the flower.:(
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What a whimsical flower! Although it looks like a corkscrew, that name seems much too tough for this delicate shape and clolour. I'm with Andrea... haven't seen it in the Philippines.
ReplyDeletea very interesting flower that I never seen before. Thanks for sharing it. :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous pic!
ReplyDeleteThe portuguese word for snail is "caracol" which resembles a lot to "caracalla"! Strange, isn't it? Thanks for sharing your wonderful meme. Must look in my archives for beautiful flowers and come back later;o)
This is a first for me. They are so beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
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Wow! Such a special and cute flower! Have never seen it before.
ReplyDeleteGreat photo work, very nice colors ...
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Thank you for posting this great picture and information.
ReplyDeleteThe flower seems to be very similar to Fabaceae: Apios americana - Groundnut
A perennial vine native to eastern North America.
WOW! Such a lovely flower! I've seen this before somewhere, it's just gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteWow, they really do look like little snails. What a weird flower.
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That is an unusual and beautiful flower. Thanks for giving an opportunity to share our flower pictures!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and very interesting! Best wishes!
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting flower. I've never seen anything like it!
ReplyDeleteI've never seen a flower like that. What whimsy and beauty! http://looseleafnotes.com
ReplyDeleteLovely forms and colors these flowers have, Nick! Never seen it, but might grow here...
ReplyDeleteI love interesting flowers like that! This one is so unique.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shot! I just love those purple twisted blooms! So unique. Thank you for hosting this week. Hope you have a terrific weekend. :-)
ReplyDeleteIt really does look like little snails only prettier. It is a beautiful bloom, our climate is too cold in the winter for it but I wouldn't mind have one in a planter.
ReplyDeleteSuch an interesting looking flower. I'm loving the beautiful purple.
ReplyDeleteFor awhile there, I thought that these were sweet peas. Anyway, these are lovely flowers that have been captured in a photograph so well. :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you for the link up.
Have a great weekend.
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ReplyDeleteI like this place, i will stay here,
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Nilson Soares
Amazingly beautiful!
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