Jungle Jade Swallowtail
NameJungle Jade Swallowtail
Scientific NamePapilio palinurus (Note: This is an insect, not a plant)
Common NamesJungle Jade Swallowtail, Emerald Swallowtail
Plant FamilyN/A - This is an insect (Family: Papilionidae), not a plant.
Natural HabitatThis butterfly is native to Southeast Asia, commonly found in tropical rainforests, evergreen forests, and secondary growth areas. It prefers humid environments and is often seen near forest edges, clearings, and along streams, where it feeds on nectar from various flowering plants.
Parts UsedN/A - This is an insect, not a plant used for medicinal purposes.
Medicinal ActionsN/A - This is an insect, not a plant with known medicinal actions.
Traditional UsesN/A - As an insect, the Jungle Jade Swallowtail is not traditionally used as a medicinal plant. Its primary significance is ecological (pollination, food chain) and aesthetic.
Active ConstituentsN/A - This is an insect, not a plant with active medicinal constituents.
Preparation MethodsN/A - This is an insect, not a plant requiring medicinal preparation methods.
Contraindications & WarningsN/A - This is an insect, not a plant with medicinal contraindications.
Cultivation NotesN/A - This is an insect, not a plant. Cultivation notes would pertain to rearing butterflies, not growing a plant.
Raritycommon
Description
The Jungle Jade Swallowtail is a striking butterfly known for its iridescent green and blue markings on dark wings. It features prominent tails on its hindwings and a velvety black underside with some red and blue spots. The upper side of the wings displays brilliant metallic green bands that shimmer with blue hues depending on the light.
