Aristolochia (Aristolochia)

Aristolochia

Dutchman's pipes, a diverse group of herbacious plants and lianas (woody vines), are so-named because their flowers often resemble smoking pipes. These plants have evolved a curious way of getting pollinators to spread their pollen; strong flower scents attract flying insects, especially flies, which become trapped by sticky, pollen-covered hairs within the flower. These hairs quickly whither away, releasing the now pollen-covered insect to go visit another aristolochia .

Scientific classification

Genus

Aristolochia (Aristolochia)

Family

Birthwort

Order

Pepper plants, birthworts, and allies

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Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Aristolochia

Species

Giant dutchmans pipe Dutchman's pipe Birthwort Gaping dutchman's pipe Andalusian dutchman's pipe California pipevine Woolly dutchman's pipe Round-leaved birthwort Green-flowered birthwort Virginia snakeroot Elegant dutchman's pipe Climbing birthwort Dutchman's pipe vine Pelicanflower Zollinger dutchmanspipe Native Dutchman's pipe Northern pipevine

Care Guide for Aristolochia

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Aristolochia thrives in consistently moist soil, reflective of its habitat. It demonstrates moderate drought tolerance and should be watered weekly. As an evergreen plant typically grown outdoors, it requires attentive irrigation during the growing season to promote vigorous foliage production.

Propagation: Propagating aristolochia involves seed sowing, stem cuttings, or division. Optimal conditions include 20°C to 30°C (68°F to 86°F), high humidity, and well-draining, organic-rich soil. Challenges include slow germination and root rot. Techniques include scarifying seeds, using semi-hardwood cuttings, and dividing in spring or autumn.

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