Aristolochia gigantea

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Aristolochia gigantea grown indoors


Plant Characteristics
Habit   vine-climber

Height: 10 m"m" can not be assigned to a declared number type with value 10.
Width: 10 m"m" can not be assigned to a declared number type with value 10.
Lifespan: perennial
Origin: Brazil, Costa Rica, Panama
Cultivation
Exposure: sun
Features: flowers
Minimum Temp: 50°F283.15 K <br />10 °C <br />509.67 °R <br />
USDA Zones: 10 to 11
Scientific Names

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Aristolochia gigantea (Brazilian Dutchman's Pipe, Pelican Flower; syn. Aristolochia sylvicola Standl.) is an evergreen, fast growing vine, native to Brazil.

Cultivation

Prefers fertile soil with good drainageAH. Grow in sun or part-sunAH. Provide strong support, and you may prune after floweringAH.

Propagation

Cuttings for true clones. Seeds can be sown at 70-75F (21-24C) upon ripening, or in spring.

Pests and Diseases

Some problems you may encounter include Cercospora leaf spot, gray mold, Southern blight, Pythium root rotAH.

Varieties

Aristolochia gigantea 'Pelican Flower' - Even in partial sun, this Brazilian vine displays large, heart-shaped leaves and unique flowers. Ivory veining against a burgundy velvet background with long tubular flowers reminds us of its coined name"Dutchman’s Pipes."

Aristolochia gigantea 'Brasiliensis' - Spectacular flowers, up to 1 foot long (30 cm), this species from Brazil is huge. Each flower displays an intricate pattern of white and mottled reddish-brown. Draw close to it and smell its lemon scent. With a little training, it can be contained to a limited space, such as a hanging basket.