Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Species:
rumicifolia
ID:
548954

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 1: 79 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000548286



Common Names

  • Rumex-leaved Dutchman's Pipe
  • Rumex-leaved Birthwort
  • Rumex-leaved Pipevine


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Synonyms

  • Aristolochia oblonga Vell. [unknown]
  • Aristolochia rumicifolia oblonga (Vell.) Mast. [unknown]
  • Aristolochia rumicifolia ovata Mast. [unknown]
  • Howardia rumicifolia (Mart. & Zucc.) Klotzsch [unknown]

Description

Aristolochia rumicifolia (also called Rumicifolia Dutchman's Pipe, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a climbing habit and produces heart-shaped leaves and tubular, yellow-green flowers. It is found in tropical forests and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aristolochia peltatodeltoidea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aristolochia rumicifolia has yellowish-green flowers with a purple center. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aristolochia rumicifolia is a perennial, evergreen, climbing plant that can reach up to 8m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Aristolochia rumicifolia

Aristolochia rumicifolia is native to Colombia and can be found in moist montane forests.

Aristolochia rumicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aristolochia rumicifolia?

Aristolochia rumicifolia

What is the common name of Aristolochia rumicifolia?

Butterfly Pea

What is the family of Aristolochia rumicifolia?

Aristolochiaceae

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,