Combretum indicum

Combretum indicum, commonly known as Rangoon Creeper or Chinese Honeysuckle, is a tropical flowering vine native to Southeast Asia. It is prized for its cascading clusters of star-shaped flowers that change color as they age, starting as white, then turning pink, and finally red. These fragrant blooms are known to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, especially at night when the scent becomes more pronounced.

The plant can grow quite aggressively, making it ideal for covering trellises, walls, or fences in gardens. It thrives in warm, humid climates and requires regular watering. Combretum indicum is also known for its medicinal properties in traditional herbal medicine, where parts of the plant are used to treat various ailments, particularly related to digestion.