Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Species:
tanzawana
ID:
1327948

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kigawa) Watan.-Toma & Ohi-Toma

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 89: 160 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340402



Common Names

  • Aristolochia tanzawana
  • Tanzawana Aristolochia
  • Tanzawana Dutchman's Pipe


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Description

Aristolochia tanzawana (also called Tanzawa Aristolochia, among many other common names) is a woody vine native to Japan. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and produces clusters of yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is found in forests and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Aristolochia tanzawana is an ornamental plant that is used in aquariums and terrariums. It has a unique leaf shape and coloration that makes it a popular choice for aquascaping. It can also be used as a natural air purifier, as it absorbs toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aristolochia tanzawana has small, white flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aristolochia tanzawana is a terrestrial shrub species native to the cloud forests of Peru and Ecuador. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Cultivation requires a well-draining, humus-rich soil mix and bright, indirect light. Water regularly and keep the soil evenly moist, but not soggy.

Where to Find Aristolochia tanzawana

Aristolochia tanzawana can be found in the tropical forests of Tanzania.

Aristolochia tanzawana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aristolochia tanzawana?

Aristolochia tanzawana

What is the natural habitat of Aristolochia tanzawana?

Aristolochia tanzawana is found in the Andes mountains of Colombia and Ecuador

What is the optimal temperature for Aristolochia tanzawana?

The optimal temperature for Aristolochia tanzawana is between 55-65°F (13-18°C)

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

Shiro Kigawa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kigawa' in the authors string.
Tetsuo Ohi-Toma: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ohi-Toma' in the authors string.
Kana Watanabe-Toma: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Watan.-Toma' in the authors string.