Bird's Nest Creeper

About

Common Names

Bird's Nest Creeper

Classification

Flower

Description

This low ground vine is often found in wet, woody areas. The flower clusters dry and form a bowl shaped structure reminiscent of a bird’s nest.

Ecology

Rarity

Rare

Distribution

Wet woodlands from tropical to temperate latitudes.

Life Cycle

Uses

Cultivation

None.

Culinary

None.

Medicinal

• antispasmodic - The fresh flowers of this plant are an excellent medicine for treating spasm from fevers, or shakes.
• Astringent - The juice of the runner and leaves, if cold pressed, will provide an excellent astringent wash.

Other

History

Cultural

Religious