Aristolochia gigantea (Dutchmans Pipe)
Botanical Information
| Family | Aristolochiaceae |
| Genus | Aristolochia |
| Species | gigantea |
| Category | Tropicals, Woody |
| Type | Vine |
| Origin | Panama |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 10 - 11 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | Requires cool season protection under glass |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H3 - H1c |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -1 - 10 |
| Temperature (°F) | 30 - 50 |
| Height | 2.4 - 3 m |
| Spread | 1.8 - 2.4 m |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | Twisting climber. |
| ID Characteristic | Very large blossom pouch with heart shaped, light green leaves. |
| Propagation | From seed. |
| Cultivation | Grow in full sun or partial shade in a rich, well-drained soil, watering sparingly in the winter and plentifully during the growing season. |
| Pests | Prone to attack from aphids and red spider mites. |
| Notable Specimens | The Devonian Botanic Gardens, Devon, Alberta, Canada. |
| Leaf Description | Bright green shiny foliage. |
| Flower Description | Burgundy lily-like flowers. |
| Fruit Description | Fruit is large, 8 x 2.5-3 cm, with flat, papery seeds. |
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