Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
548842

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1816

Citation Micro:
Fl. Graec. Prodr. 2: 222 (1816)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000548174



Common Names

  • Small-Leaved Birthwort
  • Pelican Flower
  • Calico Flower


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Synonyms

  • Aristolochia macroglossa Jaub. & Spach [unknown]
  • Aristolochia tournefortii Jaub. & Spach [unknown]
  • Aristolochia tournefortii macroglossa (Jaub. & Spach) Boiss. [unknown]
  • Aristolochia parvifolia macroglossa Duch. [unknown]

Description

Aristolochia parvifolia (also called Small-Leaf Dutchman's Pipe, among many other common names) is a perennial, evergreen, woody climber with heart-shaped leaves and yellowish-green flowers with purple veins. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aristolochia parvifolia is a medicinal plant used for treating various ailments, such as fever, colds, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for making traditional crafts and decorations.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aristolochia parvifolia is a white to yellowish-green, tubular flower with a purple-brownish throat. The seed is a small, brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, round, and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aristolochia parvifolia is a perennial, evergreen climber that can grow up to 10m in length. It prefers a warm, moist, and well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position, and cuttings should be taken in summer or autumn.

Where to Find Aristolochia parvifolia

Aristolochia parvifolia can be found in Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Aristolochia parvifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Aristolochia parvifolia?

Small-leaved Dutchman's Pipe

What is the natural habitat of Aristolochia parvifolia?

It is native to the southwestern United States, from California to Texas.

What is the flower shape of Aristolochia parvifolia?

The flowers are bell-shaped and have a yellowish-green color.

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