Species:
gracilipedunculata
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.González
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 63: 431 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318315
Common Names
- Aristolochia gracilipedunculata
- Gracilipedunculata Aristolochia
- Aristolochia Gracilipedunculata
Description
Aristolochia gracilipedunculata (also called 'Gracilipedunculata' and 'Gracilipedunculata-de-serra', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Brazil. It has ovate leaves with entire margins and white flowers with yellowish anthers. It grows in the Atlantic Forest biome, in humid montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aristolochia gracilipedunculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aristolochia gracilipedunculata is a yellow or pinkish-yellow, globular flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aristolochia gracilipedunculata is a perennial vine that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-draining soil.
Where to Find Aristolochia gracilipedunculata
Aristolochia gracilipedunculata is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It can be found in the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, Paraná, Rio de Janeiro, Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina, and São Paulo.
Aristolochia gracilipedunculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aristolochia gracilipedunculata?
Aristolochia gracilipedunculata
What type of plant is Aristolochia gracilipedunculata?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Aristolochiaceae.
Where is Aristolochia gracilipedunculata native to?
It is native to Brazil.
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,