Aristolochia gigantea

Brazilian Dutchman's Pipe, Birthwort, Pelican Flower

Family: Aristolochiaceae Birthwort


Type Perennial, vine
USDA Hardiness range 10A - 11
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Purple
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Screen, specimen
Height 10' to 30' / 3.00m to 9.20m
Spread n/a
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Evergreen, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Flowers have an unpleasant odor
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil type Loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal