Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Species:
petenensis
ID:
548862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 4: 174 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000548194



Common Names

  • Peten Dutchman's Pipe
  • Aristolochia petenensis
  • Peten Pipevine


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Description

Aristolochia petenensis (also called Peten 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 petenensis 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 petenensis 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 petenensis is a perennial climber that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, sunny position. Layering can be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Aristolochia petenensis

Aristolochia petenensis is native to Central America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Aristolochia petenensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aristolochia petenensis?

Aristolochia petenensis

What is the common name of Aristolochia petenensis?

Peten Dutchman's Pipe

Where is Aristolochia petenensis native to?

Mexico

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,

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