Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Y.Cheng & J.S.Ma
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 27: 293 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000547550
Common Names
- Southern Dutchman's Pipe
- Southern Pipevine
- Southern Calico Flower
Description
Aristolochia austrochinensis (also called Southern Chinese Birthwort, among many other common names) is a perennial vine with heart-shaped leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to South America and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Aristolochia austrochinensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and stomach pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aristolochia austrochinensis has small, yellowish-white flowers that are arranged in a dense spike. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and grass-like.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aristolochia austrochinensis is a deciduous vine native to China. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained potting mix and kept at a temperature of 70-75°F (21-24°C). Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Aristolochia austrochinensis
Aristolochia austrochinensis is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical forests and moist, shady areas.
Aristolochia austrochinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aristolochia austrochinensis?
Aristolochia austrochinensis
What is the common name of Aristolochia austrochinensis?
Southern Chinese Dutchman's pipe
What is the growth rate of Aristolochia austrochinensis?
Slow to moderate
Species in the Aristolochia genus
Aristolochia hansenii,
Aristolochia kongkandae,
Aristolochia manantlanensis,
Aristolochia meridionalis,
Aristolochia perangustifolia,
Aristolochia poomae,
Aristolochia yalaensis,
Aristolochia emiliae,
Aristolochia acontophylla,
Aristolochia acuminata,
Aristolochia acutifolia,
Aristolochia albertiana,
Aristolochia albida,
Aristolochia amara,
Aristolochia andina,
Aristolochia anguicida,
Aristolochia angustifolia,
Aristolochia apoloensis,
Aristolochia arborea,
Aristolochia arborescens,
Aristolochia arcuata,
Aristolochia arenicola,
Aristolochia argentina,
Aristolochia asclepiadifolia,
Aristolochia asperifolia,
Aristolochia atropurpurea,
Aristolochia auricularia,
Aristolochia austrochinensis,
Aristolochia austroszechuanica,
Aristolochia austroyunnanensis,
Aristolochia baenzigeri,
Aristolochia baetica,
Aristolochia bahiensis,
Aristolochia balansae,
Aristolochia bambusifolia,
Aristolochia baracoensis,
Aristolochia barbourii,
Aristolochia baseri,
Aristolochia batucensis,
Aristolochia bianorii,
Aristolochia bicolor,
Aristolochia bilabiata,
Aristolochia billardierei,
Aristolochia bilobata,
Aristolochia birostris,
Aristolochia boliviensis,
Aristolochia boosii,
Aristolochia bottae,
Aristolochia bracteolata,
Aristolochia bracteosa,
Species in the Aristolochiaceae family
Aristolochia hansenii,
Aristolochia kongkandae,
Aristolochia manantlanensis,
Aristolochia meridionalis,
Aristolochia perangustifolia,
Aristolochia poomae,
Aristolochia yalaensis,
Aristolochia emiliae,
Aristolochia acontophylla,
Aristolochia acuminata,
Aristolochia acutifolia,
Aristolochia albertiana,
Aristolochia albida,
Aristolochia amara,
Aristolochia andina,
Aristolochia anguicida,
Aristolochia angustifolia,
Aristolochia apoloensis,
Aristolochia arborea,
Aristolochia arborescens,
Aristolochia arcuata,
Aristolochia arenicola,
Aristolochia argentina,
Aristolochia asclepiadifolia,
Aristolochia asperifolia,
Aristolochia atropurpurea,
Aristolochia auricularia,
Aristolochia austrochinensis,
Aristolochia austroszechuanica,
Aristolochia austroyunnanensis,
Aristolochia baenzigeri,
Aristolochia baetica,
Aristolochia bahiensis,
Aristolochia balansae,
Aristolochia bambusifolia,
Aristolochia baracoensis,
Aristolochia barbourii,
Aristolochia baseri,
Aristolochia batucensis,
Aristolochia bianorii,
Aristolochia bicolor,
Aristolochia bilabiata,
Aristolochia billardierei,
Aristolochia bilobata,
Aristolochia birostris,
Aristolochia boliviensis,
Aristolochia boosii,
Aristolochia bottae,
Aristolochia bracteolata,
Aristolochia bracteosa,