Aristolochia elegans
Aristolochia elegans is a climber.
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[edit] Naming
Aristolochia elegans was described in 1885 by Maxwell Tylden Masters. The name is considered as validly published.
[edit] Taxonomy
Aristolochia elegans is a species in the genus Aristolochia (Dutchman's pipe) which contains 300 species and belongs to the family of the Aristolochiaceae (Birthwort Family).
[edit] Characteristics
[edit] Growth
The climbers grow to a height of approximately 2,5 meters.
[edit] Wood and Bark
[edit] Leaves
Aristolochia elegans has simple leaves. The leaves are arranged opposite one another. They are heart-shaped.
[edit] Flowers and Fruit
The plants bloom from June to July. The flowers are arranged solitary.
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[edit] Distribution
Aristolochia elegans is native to Brazil.
[edit] Cultivation
Aristolochia elegans prefers a sunny to half shady site. It grows best in sandy or pebbly, loamy soil that is dry to moderately moist.
[edit] Uses
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[edit] Varities and Cultivars
[edit] Poisonousness
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[edit] Pests and Diseases
[edit] Man and Aristolochia elegans
[edit] History
[edit] Aristolochia elegans in art
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[edit] Superstition
[edit] See also
[edit] References
[edit] Literature
- Walter Erhardt, Erich Götz, Nils Bödeker, Siegmund Seybold: Der große Zander. Eugen Ulmer KG, Stuttgart 2008, ISBN 978-3-8001-5406-7. (Ger.)
- Christoper Brickell (Editor-in-chief): RHS A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants. Third edition. Dorling Kindersley, London 2003, ISBN 0-7513-3738-2.
- efloras.org
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