Aristolochia brasiliensis
Aristolochia brasiliensis
Safety & Hazards
None known
Cultivation Details
Prefers a well-drained, humus-rich, loamy soil and a position in full sun or partial shade[1]. The flowers of many species in this genus form an intricate trap for pollinating insects. The insects are tempted to an area of the flower where they are unable to grip and they slide down into the utricle - downward pointing hairs prevent them climbing out[1]. The trap helps to ensure the fertilization of the flowers and the insects are eventually released[1].
Propagation
Seed - pre-soak for 48 hours in warm water and surface sow. Germinates best at a temperature of 25 - 30c[1]. Softwood cuttings[1]. Cite as: Tropical Plants Database, Ken Fern. tropical.theferns.info. 2026-02-19. <tropical.theferns.info/viewtropical.php?id=Aristolochia+brasiliensis>
Pollinators
Data unavailable
References
- [1]The New RHS Dictionary of Gardening. 1992. — Huxley. A. · MacMillan Press · 1992 · ISBN 0-333-47494-5 ↩︎Excellent and very comprehensive, though it contains a number of silly mistakes. Readable yet also very detailed.
- [2]Dictionary of Economic Plants. — Uphof. J. C. Th. · Weinheim · 1959 · ISBN - ↩︎An excellent and very comprehensive guide but it only gives very short descriptions of the uses without any details of how to utilize the plants. Not for the casual reader.