Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mich.J.Parsons) Buchwalder & Wanke
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 27: 53 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339853
Common Names
- Peninsulensis Pipevine
- Peninsulensis Dutchman's Pipe
- Peninsulensis Birthwort
Description
Aristolochia peninsulensis (also called Peninsula birthwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the birthwort family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has small, silvery-green leaves and produces yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Aristolochia peninsulensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aristolochia peninsulensis is yellow with a white center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aristolochia peninsulensis is a perennial vine that is native to Iran. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a cold frame or in a pot. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a seed tray.
Where to Find Aristolochia peninsulensis
Aristolochia peninsulensis is native to Malaysia and can be found in the Malay Peninsula.
Aristolochia peninsulensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aristolochia peninsulensis?
Aristolochia peninsulensis
What is the natural habitat of Aristolochia peninsulensis?
Mountain slopes and dry areas in the Kerman Province of Iran
What are the medicinal uses of Aristolochia peninsulensis?
It is used in traditional medicine to treat inflammation, fever, and headaches
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
Michael J. Parsons: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mich.J.Parsons' in the authors string.
Katja Buchwalder: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buchwalder' in the authors string.