Aristolochia nana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nana
ID:
548770
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Watson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 26: 145 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000548102
Common Names
- Dutchman's Pipe
- Pelican Flower
- Calico Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aristolochia nana (also called Dwarf Dutchman's Pipe, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Aristolochiaceae family. It is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome, and can reach up to 0.3 m in height. It is native to the tropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America, and typically grows in moist forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Aristolochia nana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aristolochia nana is a pale yellow-green, with a dark purple center. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aristolochia nana is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Aristolochia nana
Aristolochia nana is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Aristolochia nana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aristolochia nana?
Aristolochia nana
What is the natural habitat of Aristolochia nana?
Aristolochia nana is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
What are the medicinal uses of Aristolochia nana?
Aristolochia nana has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antispasmodic properties.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2651687: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.