Aristolochia chilensis

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 plant details

Aristolochia chilensis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover vine with green and variegated foliage. In fall, spring and summer burgundy 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

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: burgundy blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aristolochia chilensis

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

Hooray! ‘Chilean Pipe Vine’ sparkles in cultivation, twining its pipe-like flowers & boomerang shaped leaves into a stunning & unusual 10’ long (or more) by 1’ high perennial vine. Blooming almost year-round, the beautifully bizarre 6 to 12”, deep maroon pipe flowers emit Parfum de carrion to attract flies that are trapped by sea anemone-like white fuzz until pollination is complete. The foliage holds fascination, too – spotted, bright green leaf masses on 3’ scrambling canes, native to coastal Chilean plains & mountains where lots of Winter rainfall & occasional light frosts are the norm. Give it well-draining, rich soil & water 2 times a week while it’s getting established – afterwards, it is drought tolerant. All parts of this plant are poisonous when ingested!