Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Species:
pontica
ID:
548888

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1783

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 1: 255 (1783)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000548220

Common Names

  • Pontic Dutchman's Pipe
  • Pontic Pipevine
  • Pontic Virginia Snakeroot

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Synonyms

  • Aristolochia bodamae cordifolia Dingler [unknown]

Description

Aristolochia pontica (also called Birthwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Aristolochiaceae family. It is a perennial herb that grows to a height of up to 1 m. It is native to Europe and western Asia. It is found in grasslands, forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aristolochia pontica 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 pontica 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 pontica 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 pontica

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

Aristolochia pontica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aristolochia pontica?

Aristolochia pontica

What are the common names of Aristolochia pontica?

Pontic Dutchman's Pipe, Pontic Birthwort

What is the natural habitat of Aristolochia pontica?

Aristolochia pontica is native to the Caucasus region

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,

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