Aristolochia cordiflora
Aristolochia cordiflora
Aristolochia
Aristolochiaceae
Tropical Plants
Zone 5–9
🐾 Pet-Safe
This Central American birthwort requires warm, humid greenhouse conditions with excellent drainage. Needs consistent moisture and protection from direct sun while providing climbing support. Best suited for experienced tropical plant collectors.
Care Requirements
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 240″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
60″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Keep Soil Evenly Moist But Never Waterlogged
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-10° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 120″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Ecology & Origin
Native to
Colombia
Costa Rica
Ecuador
El Salvador
Guatemala
Panamá
Attracts
🐝 Butterflies
Safety & Use
⚕ Medicinal
🐾 Pet-safe
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Apr 7, 2021 by Salado Carrera Gustavo Enrique (cc-by-sa)
Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Available From (0)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.