Aristolochia weddellii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
weddellii
ID:
549135
Status:
valid
Authors:
Duch.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 2: 62 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000548467
Common Names
- Aristolochia weddellii
- Weddell's Birthwort
- Weddell's Dutchman's Pipe
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Aristolochia jauruensis Hoehne [unknown]
Description
Aristolochia weddellii (also called Weddell's Dutchman's Pipe, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a twining stem, native to Peru. It grows in moist forests and along streams, and is often found in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Aristolochia weddellii has been used to treat snakebites, as a diuretic, and as a digestive aid. It has also been used to treat skin diseases, rheumatism, and fever.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Aristolochia weddellii sub. duckeana HoehneAristolochia weddellii sub. rondoniana Hoehne
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aristolochia weddellii is a tubular shape with a yellowish-green color. The seed is a round shape with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
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Aristolochia weddellii can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Aristolochia weddellii
Aristolochia weddellii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Aristolochia weddellii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aristolochia weddellii?
Aristolochia weddellii
What type of plant is Aristolochia weddellii?
Aristolochia weddellii is a perennial vine.
Where is Aristolochia weddellii native to?
Aristolochia weddellii is 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2652019: Based on the initial data import
Pierre Étienne Simon Duchartre (1811-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Duch.' in the authors string.