Status:
valid
Authors:
Ruiz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1805
Citation Micro:
Mem. Bejuco : 46 (1805)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000547805
Common Names
- Fragrant Dutchman's Pipe
- Fragrant Pipevine
- Fragrant Aristolochia
Synonyms
- Aristolochia tiemanniae O.C.Schmidt [unknown]
- Howardia fragrantissima Klotzsch [unknown]
Description
Aristolochia fragrantissima (also called Fragrant Dutchman's pipe, among many other common names) is an evergreen woody vine native to the southeastern United States. It typically grows in moist, shady forests and along stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Aristolochia fragrantissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aristolochia fragrantissima is a small, yellowish-white spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure. The seedlings are small, dark green, grass-like plants.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aristolochia fragrantissima is a perennial climbing vine that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be propagated by taking softwood cuttings in spring or semi-ripe cuttings in summer. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Aristolochia fragrantissima
Aristolochia fragrantissima is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central and South America.
Aristolochia fragrantissima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aristolochia fragrantissima?
Aristolochia fragrantissima
What is the common name of Aristolochia fragrantissima?
Fragrant Birthwort
What is the natural habitat of Aristolochia fragrantissima?
Aristolochia fragrantissima is native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia.
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,