Species:
austroszechuanica
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.P.Tsien & C.Y.Cheng ex C.Y.Cheng & J.L.Wu
Source:
cmp
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
J. Wuhan Bot. Res. 5: 221 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000547552
Common Names
- Szechuan Dutchman's Pipe
- Szechuan Pipevine
- Szechuan Calico Flower
Description
Aristolochia austroszechuanica (also called 'Szechuan Dutchman's Pipe', among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to China. It has heart-shaped leaves and produces small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is tolerant of light frost.
Uses & Benefits
Aristolochia austroszechuanica 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 austroszechuanica 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 austroszechuanica 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 austroszechuanica
Aristolochia austroszechuanica is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical forests and moist, shady areas.
Aristolochia austroszechuanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aristolochia austroszechuanica?
Aristolochia austroszechuanica
What is the growth habit of Aristolochia austroszechuanica?
It is a perennial vine with an upright habit.
What is the flowering period of Aristolochia austroszechuanica?
It flowers from late spring to early summer.
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,
References
Jia Lin Wu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Wu' in the authors string.