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bejuco de santiago
Scientific Name: Aristolochia trilobata
Family: Aristolochiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Vine
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Aristolochia trilobata
Also known as Bejuco de Santiago, Aristolochia trilobata is a perennial vine belonging to the Aristolochiaceae family.
Considerations for Pets
- The plant has a vine growth habit.
Common Names:
- Bejuco de Santiago (Vine of St. James)
- Calico Vine
- Dutchman's Pipe
- Birthwort
Taxonomy and Nomenclature:
- Scientific Name: Aristolochia trilobata L.
- Family: Aristolochiaceae
- Genus: Aristolochia
Distribution and Habitat:
- Native to Central America.
- Grows as a vine or creeper.
- Prefers full sun to semi-shade conditions.
Morphological Characteristics:
- Vine growth habit.
- Features deep burgundy-green, curving, tubular, dutchman's pipe-shaped blooms.
- Blooms have deep burgundy caps that overhang the open throat.
Quirky Facts
- The name "Bejuco de Santiago" translates to "Vine of St. James."
Further Information:
- Discover Life provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Aristolochia trilobata.
- World Plants lists Aristolochia trilobata.