Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Aristolochiaceae

Genus:

Aristolochia

Species:

Aristolochia xerophytica

Growth Characteristics

Height:

30 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

brown, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

Germination Time:

30–60 days

Notes:

Seeds require cold stratification for 60-90 days to break dormancy; sow in well-drained soil.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash