Aristolochia trilobata

Also Known As

Bejuco de Santiago (Vine of St. James)
Calico Vine

Plant type

vine

size

H: 20'-30'
W: 1'-30'

planting zones

9a-12

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Aristolochia trilobata plant details

Aristolochia trilobata is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen vine with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer burgundy flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular 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 trilobata

Plant type: vine
Plant family: aristolochiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 30 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: houseplant, tropical-looking, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aristolochia trilobata

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fast growing with beautiful glossy green leaves, this dutchman's pipe has distinctly pipe-like flowers throughout the season. Tropical and frost tender, but easily kept indoors through winter if cut back.

By: Brushwood Nursery

Beautiful and unusual! Deep burgundy-green, curving, tubular, dutchman's pipe-shaped blooms with deep burgundy caps that overhang the open throat of these unique, carnivorous looking flowers. Each cap has its own 10-14" purple twisting streamer dangling from its tip. The three-lobed glossy, olive green foliage adorns this medium sized tropical perennial twining vine.