Aristolochia chilensis 'Golden Trumpets'

Also Known As

Chilean Pipe Vine

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, vine

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 36"-120"

planting zones

9a-11

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Aristolochia chilensis 'Golden Trumpets' plant details

Aristolochia chilensis 'Golden Trumpets' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover vine with green and variegated foliage. In fall, spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aristolochia chilensis 'Golden Trumpets'

Plant type: perennial groundcover vine
Plant family: aristolochiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and variegated
Mature size: 36 IN - 120 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aristolochia chilensis 'Golden Trumpets'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

You won’t have to worry about missing these flowers! While some “Chilean Pipe Vine” blooms disappear amongst the trailing foliage, the light brown flowers on this unusual selection proudly display bright, buttery yellow throats for bold and colorful contrast. This perennial groundcovery vine grows about 10’ long and 1’ high with unusual, fan-shaped, green leaves speckled with showy pale green mottling. Blooming almost year-round, the 4” pipe flowers emit a light but pungent smell to attract flies that are trapped by sea anemone-like white fuzz until pollination is complete. Native to coastal Chilean plains and mountains where lots of Winter rainfall and occasional light frosts are the norm. Give it well-draining, rich soil and water two times a week while it’s getting established – afterwards, it is drought tolerant. All parts of this plant are poisonous when ingested!