Status:
valid
Authors:
Ahumada
Source:
cmp
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Opera Lilloana 16: 89 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000548314
Common Names
- Schulz's Dutchman's Pipe
- Schulz's Birthwort
- Schulz's Pipevine
Description
Aristolochia schulzii (also called 'Schulz's Dutchman's Pipe', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous vine native to Central America. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and tubular, yellow-green flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Aristolochia schulzii is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aristolochia schulzii has white flowers with a yellowish-green center. The seeds are small, oval-shaped, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aristolochia schulzii is a perennial climber that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly during the growing season.
Where to Find Aristolochia schulzii
Aristolochia schulzii is native to South America and can be found in wetland habitats.
Aristolochia schulzii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aristolochia schulzii?
Aristolochia schulzii
What is the common name of Aristolochia schulzii?
Schulz's Dutchman's Pipe
What is the natural habitat of Aristolochia schulzii?
Tropical rainforests
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,