Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Species:
polymorpha
ID:
548885

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.M.Hwang

Source:
cmp

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 19: 222 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000548217

Common Names

  • Many-shaped Dutchman's Pipe
  • Many-shaped Pipevine
  • Many-shaped Virginia Snakeroot

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Description

Aristolochia polymorpha (also called Dutchman's Pipe, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Aristolochiaceae family. It is a woody, evergreen vine that grows to a length of up to 10 m. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aristolochia polymorpha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aristolochia polymorpha is yellowish-green, with a white center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aristolochia polymorpha is a perennial climber that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, sunny position. Layering can be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Aristolochia polymorpha

Aristolochia polymorpha can be found in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Aristolochia polymorpha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aristolochia polymorpha?

Aristolochia polymorpha

What are the common names of Aristolochia polymorpha?

Mexican Dutchman's Pipe, Mexican Birthwort

What is the natural habitat of Aristolochia polymorpha?

Aristolochia polymorpha is native to Mexico

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2651792: Based on the initial data import
Shu Mei Hwang (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.M.Hwang' in the authors string.