Aristolochia kaempferi

Also Known As

Aristolochia heterophylla

Plant type

vine

size

H: 4'-8'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

9a-11

Aristolochia kaempferi plant details

Aristolochia kaempferi is a broadleaf evergreen vine with green foliage. In spring and summer chocolate, green and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aristolochia kaempferi

Plant type: vine
Plant family: aristolochiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 4 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: chocolate, green and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aristolochia kaempferi

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Aristolochia heterophylla is a native of southeastern China and Taiwan. It is a relatively short, scandent perennial with small pipe-shaped flowers much like our native in size and shape. While it is capable of 6 feet up a wall or other structure, this little evergreen prefers to scramble so far. Try growing it spilling out of a large container to complement something more upright. The little flowers will dance above the wavy spear-shaped leaves very nicely! While it is capable of surviving some freezes, it is probably better in a warm zone 9 or south if planted outdoors.