Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Aristolochiaceae

Genus:

Aristolochia

Species:

Aristolochia peltata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Vine

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

may

Bloom Colors:

brownish-purple, greenish-yellow, purple, yellow

Native Range

United States: Virgin Islands

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers forest floor conditions with organic matter