Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Species:
meionantha
ID:
1416646

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hand.-Mazz.) X.X.Zhu & J.S.Ma

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 261: 142 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429111



Common Names

  • Aristolochia
  • Aristolochia meionantha
  • A. meionantha


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Description

Aristolochia meionantha (also called Small-Flowered Dutchman's Pipe, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to North America. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and can grow up to 10 meters in length. It prefers moist, shady environments and can be found in the understory of tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Aristolochia meionantha is a herbaceous perennial that is used as a ground cover in shady areas. It has attractive foliage and is a good choice for rock gardens and woodland gardens. It is also used as an ornamental plant in borders and containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aristolochia meionantha is a small, yellow-green spikelet, with each spikelet containing a single flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aristolochia meionantha is a perennial vine that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and high temperatures. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.

Where to Find Aristolochia meionantha

Aristolochia meionantha is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Aristolochia meionantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aristolochia meionantha?

Aristolochia meionantha

What is the common name of Aristolochia meionantha?

Small-flowered birthwort

What is the natural habitat of Aristolochia meionantha?

Dry deciduous forests and scrublands

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,

References

Heinrich von Handel-Mazzetti (1882-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hand.-Mazz.' in the authors string.
Jin Shuang Ma (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.S.Ma' in the authors string.
Xin Xin Zhu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.X.Zhu' in the authors string.