Aristolochia sempervirens

Also Known As

Evergreen Dutchman's Pipe

Plant type

groundcover, vine

size

H: 6'-15'
W: 2'-10'

planting zones

8a-10b

Aristolochia sempervirens plant details

Aristolochia sempervirens is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover vine with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aristolochia sempervirens

Plant type: groundcover vine
Plant family: aristolochiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: heart-shaped leaves, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aristolochia sempervirens

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cool evergreen vine or goundcover, native to the Mediterranean, with heart-shaped leaves and in spring through fall "Dutchman pipe" flowers, yellow-throated, purplish tubes. Reaches 5 - 15 ft tall and thrives in sunny to partly shaded, gardens tolerating summer drought or water. Easily frost hardy in USDA zone 8.

By: Cistus Nursery

Glossy, sharply pointed, and wavy heart-shaped leaves try to compete for interest with mid-spring, violet and yellow-striped flowers. Hungry baby birds from the front, or mini meerschaum pipes from the side, any way you look at them these tiny blooms are precious. A delightfully curious climber, twisting and twining to 15 feet. Evergreen Mediterranean native.